2016 Bmw X4 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine And Engine Cooling (2) · Wheels (1) · Suspension (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Electrical System:wiring:connectors/Plugs/Receptacles 2024-08-13 · campaign 24V608000 · 720,796 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Child Seat:latch Strap 2016-05-23 · campaign 16V333000 · 188,668 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014 to March 31, 2016, and 2015-2017 x4 xDrive28i, X4 xDrive35i and X4 xDriveM40i vehicles manufactured March3, 2014 to April 15, 2016. The affected vehicles have lower anchor bars for securing child restraint seats that may become damaged when using the European-ISOFIX
Risk: Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (183)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure 2024-04-04 · B410722 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
while driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the b-pillar(s) is heard.
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2024-01-16 · B510819 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Suspension 2024-01-09 · B310124 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
with the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. see attached video v31 01 24. the sound can reoccur when the vehicle is lowered, and the wheels are once again under load. t
Seats 2023-12-15 · B521823 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. this can occur to the driverã¢ââs and/or the passengerã¢ââs front seat.
Visibility:sun/Moon Roof Assembly 2023-10-18 · B540421 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. wind noise 2. excess water entry
Showing the 6 most recent of 183 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-07-16 · Engine And Engine Cooling“the contact owns a 2016 bmw x4. the contact was notified of nhtsa campaign number: 24v608000 (engine and engine cooling, electrical system); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. the local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. the contact stated that the manufacturer had excee…”
2025-03-04 · Electrical System · 69,777 mi“the contact owns a 2016 bmw x4. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. the contact stated that the engine temperature warning light was illuminated. the engine overheated, and the vehicle lost motive power. the contact stated that the veh…”
2025-01-24 · Engine And Engine Cooling“the contact owns a 2016 bmw x4. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 24v608000 (engine and engine cooling, electrical system); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of t…”
2024-08-20 · Unknown Or Other“my daughter [xxx] had an oil change on 2-23-2024, and was told that fluid was leaking. in less than 2 weeks, the leakage had worsen. all the electrical components were flashing and the vehicle was cutting on and off. eventually it stopped running. her fiance, [xxx] , had the vehicle towed to an auto repair shop that specializes in european cars on…”
2024-03-15 · Suspension · 89,000 mi“the contact owns a 2016 bmw x4. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal popping noise was coming from vehicle while driving over a speed bump or while turning the steering wheel in either direction. the contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagn…”
2023-08-25 · Service Brakes“after starting vehicle and putting it into drive, i received a parking brake malfunction error message. the electronic parking brake was engaged and it could not be release allowing the vehicle to move. i attempted to reset the electronic parking brake following the dealerships recommendations. 1) remove and replace the fuses for the parking syst…”
2023-04-10 · Air Bags · 💥 crash“vehicle was involved in a collision with right/ passenger front and side of vehicle. whole bumper knocked off. left front tire broke off during collision. passenger side curtain air bag deployed. stirring air bag did not deploy nor did the curtain airbag on driver side. passenger injured with broken nose and face injury during collision.…”
2021-07-07 · Power Train“vehicle has stalled while in operation (at speed) 5 times since owning. all were very dangerous situations for my wife and surrounding drivers. all issues were apparently "fuel system" related. i purchased this vehicle on may 11, 2018 (poc) from fields bmw south orlando, fl. the car was most recently brought in for repair for a continued issue …”
2021-05-11 · Engine · 90,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2016 bmw x4. the contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle loss motive power. the vehicle drove over a curb causing damage to the suspension. the contact had the vehicle towed to a repair shop where an independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that the cause of the failure was a faulty timing chain. the sus…”
2018-06-06 · Wheels · 38,000 mi“vehicle was set with incorrect rear camber/alignment/toe-in leading to very premature inside edge rear tire wear with both rear tires. this creates unsafe handling conditions, premature tire wear, and a safety concerns when tires fail.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.