BMW E85 Z4 and Z4 M
2006–2008 · Z4 and Z4 M (E85/E86) · N52, S54
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Models and engines by year
| Model | US model years | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0i / 3.0si roadster and coupe | 2006–2008 | N52 |
| Z4 M roadster and coupe | 2006–2008 | S54 |
US-market models. Chassis codes: E85, E86. Not sure which one you have? The VIN check decodes year, model and engine.
Bulletins and recalls by year
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| Year | Service bulletins | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | 4 | 0 |
| 2010 | 8 | 0 |
| 2011 | 4 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | 8 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
Counted by the year BMW filed each document with NHTSA; each chart has its own scale. More filings in a year doesn't by itself mean a less reliable car.
Production
| What | Units | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Z4 (E85/E86), total built 180,856 roadsters and 17,094 coupes | 197,950 | Automotive World |
Figures are copied as each source publishes them (retrieved October 18, 2026). "Sold" figures are BMW's reported sales, not production counts. Where we add numbers up, they come from one source. We leave out anything that hasn't been published.
Repair prices for the E85
These repairs apply to engines used in the E85. We don't have a E85-specific estimate for them yet. Each job page shows sourced owner prices from other chassis with the same engine, and you can ask us to price the job for your car.
NHTSA safety recalls 3
- Recall 22V119: PCV valve heater 128I, X3 SAV, X5 SAV, Z4, 2006–2013. 0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5
- Recall 19V273: crankcase (PCV) 325I, 330I, 525I, 530I, Z4, 2006. 0i and Z4 3.0si vehicles.
- Recall 17V683: crankcase (PCV) 128I, 328I, 525I, 528I, 530I, X3, X5, Z4, 2007–2011. 0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles.
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. A recall may cover only some cars from a year, and it may already have been done on yours. Check by VIN →
Service bulletins on file 44
- SIB 11 02 08 VANOS reduced power VANOS reduced power on BMW E46/E60/E61/E70 and other models (2006–2015); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Sep 2020
- NHTSA 10162416 VANOS reduced power VANOS reduced power on N54 engines (2006–2013); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jul 2019
- SIB 13 13 10 High-pressure fuel pump failure High-pressure fuel pump failure on BMW E46/E60/E61/E71 and other models (2006–2010); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Sep 2011
- SIB 11 05 05 VANOS ticking noise VANOS ticking noise on BMW E83/E85/E86 models (2006); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Mar 2009
- SIB 66 24 19 Steering service information Steering service information on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2006–2023); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Sep 2022
- SIB 61 03 14 Battery warning message Battery warning message on BMW E60/E90/E92/E93 and other models (2006–2018); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Feb 2016
- SIB 11 06 16 Engine no-start Engine no-start on N52 engines (2006–2013); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · May 2016
- SIB 01 04 14 External Engine Oil Leaks and Repairs External Engine Oil Leaks and Repairs on BMW E46/E60/E61/E70 and other models (2006–2015); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jul 2014
- SIB 11 03 08 Crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles Crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles on BMW E60/E61/E63/E64 and other models (2007–2013); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance. Service bulletin · Mar 2013
- SIB 01 02 12 Turbo wastegate warranty extension Turbo wastegate warranty extension on BMW E46/E60/E61/E71 and other models (2006–2014); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jun 2013
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the E85. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the E85 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
E85 specs
A manual gearbox was offered in model years 2006–2008 (EPA listings). Full E85 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
E85 buyer's guide → E85 coding list E85 common problems → E85 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.