2006 BMW Z4 steering problems
55 complaints about steering have been filed for the 2006 BMW Z4, which is 51% of all its NHTSA complaints. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 55 51% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 52,000 miles 48 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When steering problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 5 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 10 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 18 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 11 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 1 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 48 steering complaints that report mileage, the median is about 52,000 miles, and 69% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash.
What owners wrote
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 BMW z4. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the steering pulled to the right or the left. While making a right turn, the steering pull to the right and the vehicle crashed into the curb causing extensive damages to the front fender and sides. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated there are no recalls for the steering problem.
Very sticky steering, dangerous in hot weather, this happens at all speeds. It sometimes requires significant effort to correct it. This is a serious safety issue.