2022 BMW M4

The 2022 BMW M4 is a high-performance sports coupe known for its exhilarating driving experience. It comes standard with a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine producing 473 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. The M4 Competition variant boosts those numbers to 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. The standard M4 is offered with a 6-speed manual transmission, while the M4 Competition comes exclusively with an 8-speed automatic transmission. What many people appreciate about the M4 is its sharp handling, powerful engine, and aggressive styling. Some criticisms include its firm ride quality, polarizing front grille design, and high price point.

Engine

S58 3.0L Twin-Turbo Inline-Six (473 hp / 406 lb-ft)

• No Issues Found

S58 3.0L Twin-Turbo Inline-Six (503 hp / 479 lb-ft)

• No Issues Found

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

• No Issues Found

8-Speed Automatic

• No Issues Found

Suspension

• Adaptive M Suspension Malfunctions
  • Description/Symptoms: Reports of the adaptive dampers failing prematurely, resulting in a harsh ride and error messages on the dashboard. This can manifest as a loss of dampening ability, a “clunking” noise from the suspension, or the vehicle not adjusting ride height appropriately.
  • Solution: Replacement of the faulty adaptive damper(s). Recalibration of the suspension system may also be required.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+ per damper (depending on location and labor rates).
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Freezing/Crashing
  • Description/Symptoms: The iDrive infotainment system occasionally freezes, crashes, or reboots unexpectedly. This can affect navigation, audio, and climate control functions.
  • Solution: Software updates, system resets, or, in more severe cases, replacement of the iDrive control unit.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 (software updates) to $1,500+ (control unit replacement).
  • Recalls: None Found
• Sensor Malfunctions (Parking Sensors, Driver Assistance Systems)
  • Description/Symptoms: Intermittent failures of parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, or other driver assistance systems. This can manifest as false alarms, failure to detect objects, or error messages.
  • Solution: Diagnosis to identify the faulty sensor or module, followed by replacement and recalibration.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $1,000+ per sensor/module, depending on location and system.
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Rattling/Buzzing Noises from Dashboard/Trim
  • Description/Symptoms: Annoying rattles or buzzing sounds emanating from the dashboard, door panels, or other interior trim pieces, especially when driving on uneven surfaces.
  • Solution: Identification of the source of the noise and application of sound-deadening material, tightening of loose fasteners, or replacement of damaged trim pieces.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ (depending on the complexity of the repair and labor rates).
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2022 BMW M4 is a performance-oriented vehicle with some potential issues to be aware of. The most prevalent issues seem to revolve around the adaptive suspension, electrical gremlins in the infotainment system and driver assistance sensors, and interior rattles. While engine and transmission issues appear to be rare, suspension and electrical issues can be costly to repair, particularly if adaptive dampers or control modules need replacing. Potential buyers should thoroughly inspect the vehicle’s suspension and electrical systems and inquire about any previous issues or repairs.