BMW 8 Series recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 6 safety recalls naming the BMW 8 Series, launched from 2019 to 2022. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
BMW 8 Series recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 6
- 2019 to 2022
- Latest recall
- 22 August 2022
- R/2022/255
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every BMW 8 Series recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold
R/2022/255, launched 22 August 2022, 322,745 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7
Defect: Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
Remedy: The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY BE FITTED WITH BRAKE DISCS WHICH ARE NOT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2021/085, launched 15 March 2021, 705 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, Z4
Defect: Affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which were not produced according to the specifications
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the brake discs will be checked and if necessary replaced
THE INTEGRATED BRAKE SYSTEM HYDRAULIC UNIT MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED INCORRECTLY
R/2021/054, launched 22 February 2021, 139 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 4 Series, 7 Series, X5, X6, X7
Defect: The Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit may have been produced incorrectly
Remedy: Replace the Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit.
THE CABLE LENGTHS FOR THE ELECTRIC CONNECTION OF THE HALL SENSOR INSIDE THE SEATBELT BUCKLE COULD BE TOO SHORT
R/2020/120, launched 22 April 2020, 326 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the X3, X3M, X4, X4M
Defect: The cable lengths for the electric connection of the hall sensor integrated inside the seatbelt buckle could be too short.
Remedy: R; The front seat belt buckles will be checked and replaced if they are found to be faulty.
INCORRECT ROUTING OF THE GEARBOX WIRING HARNESS
R/2019/443, launched 3 February 2020, 293 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 5 Series
Defect: An incorrect routing of the gearbox wiring harness could lead to wiring harness damage
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the transmission wiring harness will be reworked
THE FLANGE OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMPS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ATTACHED TO THE CYLINDER HEAD CORRECTLY
R/2019/369, launched 24 July 2019, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 5 Series
Defect: The flange of the HPFP may not have been attached to the cylinder head according to specifications.
Remedy: Both High Pressure Fuel Pumps will be replaced.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a BMW 8 Series, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a BMW dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.