BMW Z4 owners have reported 19 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (10 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brakes failed (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
This complaint is regarding a large number of 2008 BMW cars exhibiting the abs failure light. Mine is a Z4 with @ 65k miles and was diagnosed by a certified mechanic as the abs module failure - a high ($3000-$4000) cost repair. Read details...
Tl- the contact owns a 2011 BMW Z4 sdrive. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, while depressing the brakes it failed operate. The contact also mentioned that he stopped the vehicle using the emergency brake. 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...
The parking brake failed with an amber indicator showing on the dashboard when starting the car. Had to put the car in gear (6sp) and then get out and chock the wheels in order to keep the vehicle from rolling down hill. Read details...
The incident occurred in auburn, CA. We had just finished lunch and were planning to head home. I placed my foot on the brake pedal to start the car and we heard a distinct popping noise. As I engaged the transmission and started to move forward I immediately realized the BMW had lost its braking Read details...