BMW E89 Z4
2009–2016 · Z4 (E89) · N52, N20, N54
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Models and engines by year
| Model | US model years | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| sDrive30i | 2009–2011 | N52 |
| sDrive28i | 2012–2016 | N20 |
| sDrive35i | 2009–2016 | N54 |
| sDrive35is | 2011–2016 | N54 |
US-market models. Chassis codes: E89. 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 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 | 14 | 0 |
| 2011 | 7 | 0 |
| 2012 | 10 | 1 |
| 2013 | 25 | 2 |
| 2014 | 26 | 2 |
| 2015 | 22 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 | 0 |
| 2017 | 9 | 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 4 | 1 |
| 2026 | 3 | 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 (E89), built BMW figure at end of production, Aug 2016 | more than 115,000 | BMWBlog |
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 E89
These repairs apply to engines used in the E89. We don't have a E89-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.
N20 timing chain replacement
No estimate for the E89 yet · see prices on other chassisN52 / N54 / N55 electric water pump + thermostat
No estimate for the E89 yet · see prices on other chassisVANOS solenoids (intake / exhaust)
No estimate for the E89 yet · see prices on other chassisN54 high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) replacement
No estimate for the E89 yet · see prices on other chassisNHTSA safety recalls 10
- Recall 24V608: water pump, plug connector 228I, 328I, 428I, 528I, X1, X3, X4, X5, Z4, 2012–2018. BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 201
- Recall 23V707: vanos bolt 1 SERIES, X3, X5, Z4, 2010–2012. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
- 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 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.
- Recall 17V067: constant velocity joint 1 SERIES M, 135I, 335D, 335I, 535I, 535I GRAN TURISMO, 550I GRAN TURISMO, 740I, 740LI, Z4, 2011–2012. The rear driveshaft constant velocity (CV) joint on the affected vehicles may fatigue and break.
- Recall 14V627: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings 320I, 328I, 428I, 528I, X1 SAV, X3, Z4, 2012–2014. BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X
- Recall 14V176: engine 128I, 135I, 328I, 335I, 528I, 535I, 535I GRAN TURISMO, 640I, X3 SAV, X5 SAV, X6 SAV, Z4, 2010–2012. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break.
- Recall 13V454: vacuum 320I, 328I, 528I, X1 SAV, X3, Z4, 2012–2014. BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014
- Recall 13V044: fuses and circuit breakers 128I, 135I, 328I, 335I, Z4, 2007–2012. BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-
- Recall 12V302: electric power assist system Z4, 2012. BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 1-SERIES ACTIVE E AND MODEL YEAR 2012 Z4 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 162
- SIB 11 03 17 Timing chain warranty extension Timing chain warranty extension on BMW E84/E89/E92/E93 and other models (2011–2018); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Oct 2021
- SIB 01 13 21 Electric water pump class-action settlement Electric water pump class-action settlement on N54/N55 engines (2007–2019); covers eligible repairs and reimbursement under the court settlement. Service bulletin · May 2021
- 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
- SIB 01 10 14 VANOS warranty extension VANOS warranty extension on BMW E60/E70/E82/E88 and other models (2009–2013); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Feb 2018
- SIB 01 01 16 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on N20/N52/N55 engines (2012–2017); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Dec 2017
- SIB 01 07 17 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on BMW E89/F10/F30 models (2012–2014); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jun 2017
- SIB 11 13 15 Oil filter housing leak Oil filter housing leak on BMW E60/E84/E89/E90 and other models (2009–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Aug 2015
- SIB 11 05 15 N20 and N55 Engine N20 and N55 Engine on N20/N55 engines (2011–2013); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Mar 2015
- SIB 12 15 13 VANOS reduced power VANOS reduced power on N20/N47/N52/N54/N55/N62 engines (2008–2015); BMW gives an adjustment procedure. Service bulletin · Jan 2014
- NHTSA 10147966 VANOS fault codes VANOS fault codes on N55 engines (2010–2011); BMW gives an adjustment procedure. Service bulletin · Feb 2014
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the E89. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the E89 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
E89 specs
BMW's US figures we have on file run from 240 hp (sDrive28i) to 335 hp (sDrive35is), with 0-60 mph as quick as 4.8 s.
A manual gearbox was offered in model years 2009–2016 (EPA listings). Full E89 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
E89 buyer's guide → E89 paint and option codes E89 coding list E89 common problems → E89 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.