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4USBT33463L••••••2003 Bmw Z4
This build draws 1.6× more complaints than the average 2003 Bmw Z4 build (19 vs 12).
19on this build
373on the model
32builds in total
Most reportedSteering 16Air Bags 3Engine And Engine Cooling 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingApr 2023
The contact owns a 2003 BMW Z4. The contact stated that the coolant warning light illuminated. The contact then stated that she noticed smoke underneath the hood of the vehicle. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, she noticed a leak on the ground located near…
Air BagsMay 2016
The contact owns a 2003 bmw z4. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to taylor bmw (4180 washington rd, evans, ga 30809, (706) 868-6400) and the contact was informed that the warranty had expired; therefore, the…
SteeringFeb 2013
Power steering broke down. I read a lot of complaints online trying to research what kind of experiences other owners had and there are too many issues with steering with these cars to be ignored. Thank god that my power steering stopped working at a low speed, but what would…
SteeringNov 2012
About a week after I purchased the 2003 bmw z-4 I noticed the steering wheel sticking, bmw refused to correct the situation or do anything about it. The cost to repair is $3600.00. It is an extremely hazardous driving condition, that I do not have the extra funds to repair.…
SteeringOct 2011
The contact owns a 2003 bmw z4. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the steering would drift from side to side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 4USBT33463LR64762 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.