BMW M4 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every BMW M4 model year (2015–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
BMW M4 Years to Avoid
1 recall · 11 complaints
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 14
2 recalls · 7 complaints
Top issue: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 13
3 recalls · 3 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 12
Best BMW M4 Years to Buy
1 recall · 1 complaint
Main area: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 4
0 recalls · 5 complaints
Main area: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 5
1 recall · 2 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 5
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BMW M4 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Good |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Caution |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | — | — | 12 | Avoid |
| 2020 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 5 | Caution |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 5 | Caution |
| 2017 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 7 | Caution |
| 2016 | 2 | 7 | — | — | 13 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 1 | 11 | — | — | 14 | Avoid |
All 12 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
BMW M4 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent M4 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade M4 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year M4 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2015 BMW M4 if possible. It has 1 recall, 11 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 14 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year M4 to buy?+
The 2023 BMW M4 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 4. It has only 1 recall and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which M4 has the fewest problems?+
The 2023, 2018, 2020 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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