Buying a used 2020 BMW M8? Check these 3 recalls first
Two high-severity recalls dominate this year: a wiring fault on M5/M8 cars that can cut power, and a brake unit failure covering M models alongside the X5, X6 and X7. A third, medium-severity recall addresses a backup camera image that may fail. None carry stop-driving or park-outside warnings. Only five owner complaints reached NHTSA — unverified reports, including one crash and one injury — clustered in vehicle speed control, plus single electrical, engine and fuel/propulsion items.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Ask for repair orders showing the M5/M8 power-loss wiring recall was completed
- Confirm the brake unit recall was performed; test brake feel and dash warnings on a drive
- Verify the backup camera image appears reliably from a cold start
- Open recalls are repaired free at any BMW dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 BMW M8
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| BMW M5 and M8 wiring fault can cut power | Power Train | high |
| BMW X5, X6, X7 and M cars: brake unit failure | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| BMW backup camera may show partial or blank image | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
5 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 1 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Speed Control | 2 | None found |
| Electrical System | 1 | None found |
| Engine | 1 | None found |
| Fuel System | 1 | None found |
| Brakes | 1 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | None found |