2016 BMW M4 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 BMW M4.

20152017
Complaints
32
Crashes
0
Fires
5
Injuries
6
Fatalities
—
Recalls
3

Worst 2016 BMW M4 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#19 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:29,468 mi
Fires:1
#28 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:44,581 mi
#35 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:17,446 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 BMW M4.

Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
29,468
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
44,581
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
17,446
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2016 BMW M4

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,899 vehicles.

18V713000Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
~2,661 affected

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.

16V653000Structure:frame And Members
~196 affected

BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.

15V782000Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
~42 affected

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 M3 Sedan vehicles manufactured May 30, 2015, to September 2, 2015, 2016 M4 Coupe vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to September 11, 2015, and 2015-2016 M4 Convertible vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to August 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft with a slip-joint that may not have been filled with grease. As a result, the slip-joint may fail over time.

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2016 BMW M4 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2016 BMW M4 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2016 BMW M4 has 32 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 9 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 BMW M4?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (9 complaints, avg 29,468 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (8 complaints, avg 44,581 mi); Suspension Failures (5 complaints, avg 17,446 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 BMW M4?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 32,231 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 BMW M4?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 BMW M4 include 0 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2016 BMW M4 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,899 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2016 BMW M4?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2016 BMW M4 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full BMW M4 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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