2020 BMW I8 recalls & problems

1 recall 1 complaint 1 investigation

1recalls
1owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2020 BMW I8 and 1 owner complaint. The part owners complain about most is electrical system (1 reports). NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2020 BMW I8 recalls

Electrical System · NHTSA 20V601000 · Sep 30, 2020

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.

Risk: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

Fix: 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…

4,509 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2020 BMW I8 problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical System 1
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NHTSA investigations

Latest owner complaints

Electrical System · May 19, 2021 · 952 miles · GA

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…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 BMW I8 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2020 BMW I8, the most recent one (20V601000) for electrical system. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW I8?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (1).

Is NHTSA investigating the 2020 BMW I8?

NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently DP22005: Pedestrian alert sounds.