CarRecallWatchThe 2020 BMW M8 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (2 reports).
2020 BMW M8 recalls
Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse
When the vehicle is shifted into Reverse, part of the rearview camera image can be obscured, or the screen may not turn on.
Brake rotor may separate, causing loss of ABS and braking assist
A welding defect in the integrated brake system's rotor and shaft may allow them to separate during hard braking.
Transmission Wiring Can Short, Causing Loss of Power
The transmission wiring harness in certain BMW M5 and M8 vehicles can become damaged, which may cause an electrical short circuit.
Most common 2020 BMW M8 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
On [XXX]. My car went into unintended acceleration at full throttle of 8000 RPMs. The engine was stuck at maximum power and would not slow down. My car slide until it hit a curb and was forced to stop. However, the engine was still running at full maximum capacity at full unintended acceleration. My [XXX] son had to go to ER and it almost cost the lives of 4 other people. I am very scared to ever drive this car as it is now a threat to safety for everyone driving near this car. Please report this to the BMW NA manufacturer since they have their engineering looking at the vehicle. Please call me with a resolution at [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION A
Engine misfire and loss of power. Too to bmw for check up. It was coolant tank leak into injectors. BMW is not replacing the tank as part of recall. It is changing only injectors even though the recall specifically addresses the tank causing the issue. BMW argument is as part of recall this was checked and tank was fine so not replaced as part or recall. Now it is not under warranty. Why are they repairing injectors if the tank car is not under warranty they should replace the tank also as it is the bad part causing this. The car has only 14k miles.
While driving, the vehicle immediately went into full unintended acceleration without any input from the accelerator pedal. I removed my foot completely from the pedal, but engine RPM increased to full 7000 rpmâs and the throttle was stuck there. The vehicle surged forward unexpectedly. The car spun in circles 180 degrees and wouldnât stop. This was a sudden and unpredictable event. This created safety concerns for my [XXX] old and and we had to take him to the ER for his head injury. The car hit curbs and jumped onto the opposite side of traffic. BMW Dealer is currently opening a BMW STI case to investigate potential throttle or electronic control issues. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUA
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BMW M8. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN AT 55 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD BECAME FOGGY. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER HOWEVER, FAILED TO IMMEDIATELY CLEAR THE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND WAITED FOR THE WINDSHIELD TO CLEAR UP. THE CONTACT RESUMED NORMAL DRIVING. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT CALLED BMW OF KANSAS CITY SOUTH (1200 W 104TH ST, KANSAS CITY, MO 64114) WHERE HE WAS INFORMED TO BRING IN THE VEHICLE IN FOR AN INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE LOCAL DEALER TO BE SERVICED. THE VEHICLE WAS N
2020 BMW M8 questions
Does the 2020 BMW M8 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2020 BMW M8: Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse; Brake rotor may separate, causing loss of ABS and braking assist; Transmission Wiring Can Short, Causing Loss of Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW M8?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (2), Visibility (1), Service Brakes (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 BMW M8 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.