NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW M4 Safety Record
The 2019 BMW M4 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
No crash-test data exists for the 2019 BMW M4 in federal safety records. NHTSA has not published star ratings for this model year, which means no Safety Index score can be computed. The M4's federal record shows a single recall and zero owner complaints filed with NHTSA, placing it in the Light burden band. This information is noted, but without crash-test results, no conclusion on crash safety can be determined.
The 2019 BMW M4 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall covering the knee bolster air bag system, and falls in the Light recall-and-complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 BMW M4?
The 2019 BMW M4 has no owner complaints on file with NHTSA, an uncommon if not unprecedented federal record for a vehicle of this age and type. The federal record shows only one recall for this model year, pertaining to the knee bolster air bag. This recall is not exclusive to the M4; it covers multiple 2019 BMW models. While the absence of complaints is notable, it does not preclude unreported issues. There are no adjacent model years with crash data available for comparative analysis.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 BMW M4 have any recalls?
The 2019 BMW M4 is covered by one recall targeting the knee bolster air bag system. The campaign affects a broad range of 2019 BMW models and addresses a potential issue with that specific restraint component. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to this campaign, but owners should verify repair status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER19V352000
Risk: An improperly folded and assembled air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2019-05-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 BMW M4?
NHTSA shows zero owner complaints on file for the 2019 BMW M4 - no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. There are no top components to flag. Because the complaint database captures unverified consumer allegations, a zero figure means no allegations have been submitted, not that no issues exist.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 BMW M4?
Any used 2019 BMW M4 should have its VIN checked at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm whether the knee bolster air bag recall has been completed by a prior owner or dealer. An open recall is a federal safety obligation, not a minor administrative item.
- The 2019 BMW M4 has no NHTSA crash-test score - no Safety Index and no star ratings exist for this model year, so federal crash-test data cannot inform a safety comparison.
- One recall is on file for this model year, targeting the knee bolster air bag system as part of a broader 2019 BMW campaign - shoppers should verify by VIN at nhtsa.gov whether this remedy has been performed.
- Zero owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2019 BMW M4, meaning no unverified allegations of crashes, fires, injuries, or component failures appear in the federal database for this specific year.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects the low volume of recalls and complaints in the NHTSA record - it is not a crash-safety rating and should not be read as one.
FAQ2019 BMW M4 safety questions
Was the 2019 BMW M4 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 BMW M4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 BMW M4. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 BMW M4?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 BMW M4. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW M4 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.