Table 1 shows two common equipment related problems of the 2004 BMW Z4. The number one most common problem is related to the equipment (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the adaptive equipment (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Equipment problems | |
| Adaptive Equipment problems |
The electric top malfunctions because of fault design behind the driver seat is a hydraulic cylinder that sits in a cabin. Water leaks into the cabin causing the hydraulics to go out. The cabin fills up with water, and submerges the pump. This is a major design flaw. Read details...
Steering has a "notched" or "sticky" feel to it when traveling on highways at speeds around 50mph and higher. When the need to turn arises and the steering wheel "sticks" in the 'notch", it requires extra effort to get the wheel out of the notch, causing Read details...