BMW M4 years to avoid
The BMW M4 years to avoid are 2016 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2026 is the cleanest year on record.
62
Total complaints
13
Recall campaigns
2014–2026
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
M4 years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | High complaint rate | 32 |
Every M4 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2021 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 5 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2016avoid | 32 | 3 | |
| 2015 | 17 | 3 | |
| 2014 | 0 | 2 |
Common questions
What are the worst BMW M4 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the M4 years to avoid are 2016. The cleanest year on record is 2026.
What is the best year for the BMW M4?
By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among M4 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW M4 have?
Across all model years, the M4 has 13 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 62 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.