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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2020 BMW 8 Series Gran

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
1Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE BMW 8 SERIES GRAN

The BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe is a four-door grand tourer competing at the top of the luxury performance segment. Blending sports-car presence with rear-seat practicality, it targets affluent buyers who want genuine driving engagement without sacrificing refinement. Offered across model years 2020 through 2024, it sits above the 5 Series and positions itself as a flagship expression of BMW's performance-luxury identity.

VERDICT

The 2020 BMW 8 Series Gran has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the 8 Series Gran Coupe for its assertive exterior design, well-appointed cabin materials, and confident, driver-focused dynamics that set it apart from more comfort-oriented luxury sedans. Most find the rear-seat space a reasonable trade-off for the coupe-like roofline. Some note that the infotainment and feature set feel premium and cohesive, though a few reviewers flag the ride as firm for a grand tourer.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 BMW 8 Series Gran at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsService Brakes 1Hydraulic 1

Other 8 Series Gran years

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for BMW 8 Series Gran 2020. Methodology · Disclosure