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2020 BMW 8 Series

7 recalls Risk Grade: F Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #26V525000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The driveshaft in your vehicle is like a long rod that connects the transmission to the rear wheels, helping them turn. In certain 2020-2026 models, the connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential might become damaged, causing problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose power to the rear wheels while driving, which could lead to a crash. If you park your vehicle without applying the parking brake, a damaged driveshaft can cause the car to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the driveshaft and rear differential connection, and fix or replace it as needed, all for free. You'll get a letter with the details, but you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or check the recall on NHTSA.gov to see if your VIN is involved.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Critical #21V062000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The integrated brake system in your vehicle includes the rotor and shaft that help your car stop safely. In some 2020-2021 models, these parts weren't welded correctly, which could cause them to separate during hard braking.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rotor and shaft separate, your vehicle's anti-lock braking system (ABS) and braking assistance could fail, making it harder to stop safely. This increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the entire integrated brake system for free, as after confirming availability with your dealer as you schedule the repair after getting the recall notice in the mail. This repair is complimentary, and you should take it seriously to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #20V164000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The front seat belt buckle in your vehicle is a crucial safety device that makes sure your seat belt works properly. In some 2020 BMW models, the buckle's sensors might not work as they should, thinking you're unbuckled when you're actually buckled up.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbags and seat belt pretensioners deploy incorrectly in a crash, you could be at greater risk of injury to yourself and the person sitting next to you.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the front seat belt buckle and replace it if it's faulty, all at no charge to you. You'll get a notification when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, X4M, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, M850i xDrive Gran Coupe, M8 Gran Coupe, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and 840i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Moderate #25V644000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter assembly is like a powerful electric motor that gets your car started. In certain 2020-2025 models, it can overheat and fail after repeated attempts to start the car.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats, it could catch nearby flammable materials in the engine compartment on fire, which could spread quickly and cause serious damage.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to avoid any potential risks. This timing describes the original 2025 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Moderate #24V576000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter motor in your vehicle is the part that helps your car start. In some 2019-2021 BMW models, this motor can overheat if it's used repeatedly when it's failing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats, it could catch fire in the engine compartment, which could lead to a serious engine compartment fire.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the vehicle's software to prevent the starter motor from overheating, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the update after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Standard NHTSA Filing #21V096000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rearview camera system in your vehicle provides a view of what's behind you when you shift into Reverse. In some cases, a small part of this image may be hidden or the screen may not turn on.
Risk if Unfixed
If you rely only on the rearview camera, a reduced or missing view could increase the risk of a crash or injury, especially when reversing into a tight space or around obstacles.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check and update the rearview camera software if needed, at no charge to you. This update is free, and you should schedule it after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Standard NHTSA Filing #19V684000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The back-up camera system in your vehicle shows you what's behind you when you're reversing. However, in certain models, the display settings can be adjusted to hide the camera view, even when you're in reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If the camera view is hidden, you won't be able to see what's behind you while reversing, which could lead to a crash if you don't check your surroundings manually.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the camera software to ensure the display shows the correct view when you're in reverse – at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification when the update is ready.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Browse by Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall

Other BMW 8 Series Years

2026
1 recall
2025
2 recalls
2024
2 recalls
2023
3 recalls
2022
2 recalls
2021
5 recalls
2019
3 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall risk grade for the 2020 BMW 8 Series?

The 2020 BMW 8 Series has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 7 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

How many safety recalls does the 2020 BMW 8 Series have?

The 2020 BMW 8 Series has 7 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

What is the most severe recall for the 2020 BMW 8 Series?

The most severe recall for the 2020 BMW 8 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

Is the 2020 BMW 8 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 7 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT recall for the 2020 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #26V525000)

The driveshaft in your vehicle is like a long rod that connects the transmission to the rear wheels, helping them turn. In certain 2020-2026 models, the connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential might become damaged, causing problems. If this happens, you could lose power to the rear wheels while driving, which could lead to a crash. If you park your vehicle without applying the parking brake, a damaged driveshaft can cause the car to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Your BMW dealer will inspect the driveshaft and rear differential connection, and fix or replace it as needed, all for free. You'll get a letter with the details, but you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or check the recall on NHTSA.gov to see if your VIN is involved.

What is the SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC recall for the 2020 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #21V062000)

The integrated brake system in your vehicle includes the rotor and shaft that help your car stop safely. In some 2020-2021 models, these parts weren't welded correctly, which could cause them to separate during hard braking. If the rotor and shaft separate, your vehicle's anti-lock braking system (ABS) and braking assistance could fail, making it harder to stop safely. This increases the risk of a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the entire integrated brake system for free, as after confirming availability with your dealer as you schedule the repair after getting the recall notice in the mail. This repair is complimentary, and you should take it seriously to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY recall for the 2020 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #20V164000)

The front seat belt buckle in your vehicle is a crucial safety device that makes sure your seat belt works properly. In some 2020 BMW models, the buckle's sensors might not work as they should, thinking you're unbuckled when you're actually buckled up. If the airbags and seat belt pretensioners deploy incorrectly in a crash, you could be at greater risk of injury to yourself and the person sitting next to you. Your BMW dealer will inspect the front seat belt buckle and replace it if it's faulty, all at no charge to you. You'll get a notification when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible. This timing describes the original 2020 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2020 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #25V644000)

The starter assembly is like a powerful electric motor that gets your car started. In certain 2020-2025 models, it can overheat and fail after repeated attempts to start the car. If the starter motor overheats, it could catch nearby flammable materials in the engine compartment on fire, which could spread quickly and cause serious damage. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to avoid any potential risks. This timing describes the original 2025 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2020 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #24V576000)

The starter motor in your vehicle is the part that helps your car start. In some 2019-2021 BMW models, this motor can overheat if it's used repeatedly when it's failing. If the starter motor overheats, it could catch fire in the engine compartment, which could lead to a serious engine compartment fire. Your BMW dealer will update the vehicle's software to prevent the starter motor from overheating, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the update after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.