Model year guide

2018 BMW m4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 BMW m4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2018 BMW m4 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 BMW m4 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints5

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2018 BMW m4 recalls 1

Seat Belts:front NHTSA Campaign #17V507000 · 16/08/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, and M4 convertible vehicles. The Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) within the front seat belt assemblies may have been produced with incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism housings.

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. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2018 BMW m4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2018 BMW m4 trims & engines on record

Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 425 hp

2018 BMW m4 vehicles on record

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2018 BMW m4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 BMW m4 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2018 BMW m4. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW m4?

Across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, engine.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.