Buying a used 2020 BMW M8? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2020 BMW M8 has 3 recalls in this group, involving transmission wiring that may short, an integrated brake system that may lose ABS, and a partial or blank rearview camera image. Brake-system and wiring recall completion deserve specific documentation. The 5 owner complaints are unverified reports, with vehicle speed control listed in 2 and electrical system, engine, and fuel/propulsion system in 1 each. The complaint record includes 1 crash, 0 fires, and 1 injury, without establishing causes.
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.
- Verify integrated brake system recall completion and ABS fault history.
- Obtain transmission wiring recall repair documentation.
- Check camera operation and ask about speed-control incidents.
- 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 Transmission Wiring May Short | Power Train | high |
| BMW Models: Integrated Brake System May Lose ABS | 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 |