2018 BMW M4: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 BMW M4: 1 recall, 6 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #17V507000 · 2017 · 67 vehicles
What's wrong: The emergency locking retractors (elr) within the front seat belt assemblies May have been produced with incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism housings.
Why it matters: If the vehicle has an incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism, the seat belt May not restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary replace, the front seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (4): the most common themes are leaks (4), fire / smoke (3).
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Backup camera (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 BMW M4 has 6 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 11 M4 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 4). Complaints peaked in 2023 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 61,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (2 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (0 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 BMW M4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 BMW M4. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 BMW M4 problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (4), engine (1), backup camera (1).
What gas mileage does the 2018 BMW M4 get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.0 L, Manual 6-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 BMW M4 repair manual?
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