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BMW 4 Series Convertible: which year should you buy?

Across the 2016 to 2023 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2021 (94/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Pick the year, not just the nameplate.

Best years to target

2021 94 · 2019 92 · 2017 92 · 2016 86

Every model year, scored

Same math for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to affirm the year, not that it’s clean.

202364/100
Unproven

6 complaints · 0 recalls

202264/100
Unproven

6 complaints · 0 recalls

202194/100
Buybest year

15 complaints · 0 recalls

202064/100
Unproven

3 complaints · 0 recalls

201992/100
Buy

16 complaints · 0 recalls

201884/100
Buy

34 complaints · 0 recalls

201792/100
Buy

23 complaints · 0 recalls

201686/100
Buy

49 complaints · 0 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2021?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2021 BMW 4 Series Convertible’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2023 BMW 4 Series Convertible head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the BMW 4 Series Convertible as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.