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BMW 8 Series
Model Overview
The BMW 8 Series is the German brand's flagship, a grand touring model positioned above the 7 Series full-size sedan that is available as a convertible and in two- and four-door coupe body styles. This car marks a move upmarket for BMW, as the larger 8 Series replaces the 6 Series with a higher starting price, helping slide this already desirable brand into the eyeline of a new breed of luxury car buyer.
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Recall Information
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Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2023-646
Recall date
2023-12-06
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
24 82 23RC
Units Affected:
79
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the integrated transmission control unit (ITCU) may not be sealed properly. As a result, transmission oil could leak into the unit and cause the transmission gears to seize. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the ITCU. The dealer will also inspect the transmission fluid and replace it, if necessary.
Recall number
2023-075
Recall date
2023-02-17
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
84 80 23RC
Units Affected:
527
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could allow you to close the windows and roof without the digital key inside the vehicle. Canadian regulations require a key to be in or near the vehicle when closing the windows or roof system.
Safety Risk:
A window or roof that can be closed without the digital key in or near the vehicle could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the electronic control unit software. To reduce safety risk, BMW recommends that you shouldn't use the digital key, and that the vehicle should only be operated with the key fob until the recall repairs are completed.
Recall number
2021-078
Recall date
2021-02-18
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2019 2020 2021
Manufacturer Recall Number:
66 80 21RC
Units Affected:
2,263
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear correctly in the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display correctly could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the rearview camera software, if necessary.
Recall number
2021-061
Recall date
2021-02-10
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2020 2021
Manufacturer Recall Number:
34 80 21RC
Units Affected:
45
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, an internal part in the integrated brake system could fail during hard braking. If this happens, there would be a reduction in brake boost and the antilock brake system (ABS) would turn off. This can cause an increase in brake pedal effort that is required to stop the vehicle.
Safety Risk:
A sudden increase in brake pedal force and a loss of ABS braking could lead to an increase in stopping distance. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer replace the integrated brake system (hydraulic unit and master cylinder).
Recall number
2020-116
Recall date
2020-03-19
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
72 82 29RC
Units Affected:
573
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the front seat belt buckle sensors. This could cause the seat belt warnings to turn on, even if the front seat belts are buckled. If the driver ignores these warnings, the seat belt pretensioner and airbag systems may not function properly.
Safety Risk:
A seat belt pretensioner or airbag system that does not work properly in a crash could increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to check the front seat belt buckles and replace them, if necessary.
Recall number
2019-626
Recall date
2019-12-12
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
12 88 19RC
Units Affected:
243
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain M5 and M8 models, the transmission wiring harness could become damaged and lead to a short circuit. As a result, the vehicle could suddenly shift to neutral while driving.
Safety Risk:
A sudden of loss power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the transmission wiring harness for damage and replace it if necessary. Additionally, the wiring harness will be rerouted and attached with different fasteners.
Recall number
2019-480
Recall date
2019-10-01
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2019 2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
66 82 19RC
Units Affected:
14,323
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the rearview camera does not return to the default settings when it turns on. This could make the rearview image difficult to see if a driver had previously adjusted the camera display brightness at or near the lowest setting, and contrast at or near the highest setting. Canadian regulations require that the rearview display returns to the default view each time the camera is turned on.
Safety Risk:
Reduced rear visibility could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the rearview camera. Drivers are recommended not to adjust the display brightness at or near the lowest setting, and contrast at or near the highest setting, until this recall is completed.
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