2020 BMW I8 recalls

1 safety recall, 1 owner complaint. Official NHTSA data.

2020
1Recalls
1Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2020 BMW I8 recall list

Electrical System recall

20V-601
September 30, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
Safety risk
The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
Remedy
BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2020 BMW I8 owner complaints

1 complaint filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System1

Recent complaints

May 19, 2021Electrical System

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BMW i8. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V601000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CELLS THAT WERE FAULTY. THE BATTERY CELLS WERE REBUILT HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE SAME DEALER TWICE HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND WOULD BE GOING BACK TO THE DEALER FOR THE FOURTH TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WERE ATTEMPTING TO DETERMINE A SOLUTION. T

2020 BMW I8 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2020 BMW i8 2 DR AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2020 BMW I8: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard.

2020 BMW I8 recall FAQ

Does the 2020 BMW I8 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2020 BMW I8. The most recent, filed September 30, 2020, concerns the electrical system.

What are the most common 2020 BMW I8 problems?

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (1 reports).

Is the 2020 BMW I8 safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2020 BMW I8.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2020 BMW I8?

Contact any authorized BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.