The 2020 BMW M4 is associated with 1 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 2 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is SUSPENSION,ENGINE, accounting for 1 reports (100% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 12 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3l 6-cyl powertrain configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 19 to 26 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 1 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: SUSPENSION,ENGINE (1 / 100%)
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 19–26 MPG (12 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Z4 M40i | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 MPG | 31 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,900 / yr |
| X3 M40i | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| X4 M40i | 3L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| M4 Convertible | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 17 MPG | 25 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| M4 Convertible Competition | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 17 MPG | 25 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| M4 Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| M4 Coupe Competition | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| M4 Convertible | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 16 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| M4 Convertible Competition | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 16 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| M4 Coupe | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| M4 CS | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| M4 Coupe Competition | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| C RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 2 DR RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2020 BMW M4 models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 M2 Coupe and 2020 M4 Coupe vehicles. Fuel injectors may have been installed without a damping component which is used to reduce vibration. If a damping component is not present, vibration will increase at the connection between the fuel line and the fuel rail, which over time, can result in damage at the connection.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel injectors and if a damping component is missing, the injectors and the fuel rail will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected Component: AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 Competition Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, and 2019 330i xDrive Sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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