The 2021 BMW 8 Series has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 5 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

The 2021 BMW 8 Series has 5 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

The most severe recall for the 2021 BMW 8 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

This model year has 5 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.

The driveshaft is the long rod that connects your rear wheels to the rest of your vehicle. In certain BMW models, this connection can get damaged, causing problems. If the driveshaft connection fails, your vehicle could lose power to the rear wheels while you're driving, making it harder to control. If you park on an incline and don't engage the parking brake, your vehicle could roll away, posing a risk of a crash or injury. Your BMW dealer will inspect the driveshaft connection, apply a strong adhesive to fix it, or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential if needed — all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice in the mail.

The integrated brake system in your vehicle has a critical component that connects the brake rotor to the brake shaft. In some 2020-2021 models, this connection might not be properly welded, which could cause it to fail during hard braking. If the connection fails while you're braking hard, you could lose the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty brake system with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as you receive your recall notice, and you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that helps your engine turn on. In certain BMW models, repeated attempts to start the engine can cause the starter motor to overheat and potentially catch fire. If the starter motor overheats, it could ignite nearby flammable materials in the engine compartment, which could cause a fire. Your BMW dealer will replace the starter assembly with a new one, free of charge. Make sure to schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2025 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

The 48-Volt battery in your vehicle is what powers the starter-generator, a system that helps your car start and recover energy. In certain 2021 models, the connection between the battery and the starter-generator might not be properly assembled. If the connection isn't secure, it could increase the risk of a fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle and potentially put you in danger. Your BMW dealer will check the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator, and replace it if needed – all for free.

The rearview camera on your vehicle is a camera that shows you what's behind your car when you shift into Reverse. In some models, a small part of the image might not be shown or the screen might not turn on. If you're relying on the rearview camera and it's not showing a complete image, you could crash into something or someone behind your vehicle while reversing. Your BMW dealer will check the camera software and update it if needed, at no cost to you. This is a free repair, 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.