BMW Z3 owners have reported 27 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's frame and members (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Roof And Pillar problems |
The contact owns a 1998 BMW Z3m roadster. The contact was traveling 25 mph when the rear frame of the vehicle fractured completely. The contact towed the vehicle to the dealer where they advised that the frame metal was extremely weak and caused the frame to drop and the rear axle to fracture from Read details...
Rear subframe suspension weld bolt crack from the body subframe, can observe on the truck of the car the fracture weld bolds. Critical, because it hold on site the differential and rear drives components. Read details...
I noticed a squeaking noise coming from the back of my 1999 BMW Z3 coupe. When I had it checked I found it was a small crack where the subframe had been factory reinforced. The reinforcements were failing in the back of the car near the trunk flooring and the swaybar. Read details...
Extremely dangerous manufacturer design of convertible top window. Putting the top down causes deep scratches and impairs sight of window when the top is up. Read details...