NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW 8 Series Safety Record
The 2019 BMW 8 Series has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 BMW 8 Series has not undergone federal crash testing; consequently, no NHTSA star ratings are available for this model year. This also means a Safety Index score cannot be computed. The vehicle's record shows zero open recall campaigns on file. Owner complaints total eight. The lack of crash-test data precludes any safety assessment from this vehicle's federal record.
The 2019 BMW 8 Series was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 8 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 BMW 8 Series?
The 2019 BMW 8 Series has no recall campaigns on file with federal regulators, placing it in the Light recall burden band. Owner complaints number eight total. Air Bags account for three of these unverified allegations; Power Train, Engine, Electrical System, and Fuel/Propulsion System each appear in two. While airbag complaints often carry safety implications, these reports have not been substantiated or linked to a recall action. A single alleged crash is noted in the complaint record; this has not led to a documented recall. There are no other 8 Series model years with crash-test results available in federal data, offering no adjacent context for these reports.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 BMW 8 Series have any recalls?
The 2019 BMW 8 Series has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for this model year. There are no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive directives, and no specific components flagged through a recall action. Shoppers should still verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall data can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 BMW 8 Series?
Eight owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 BMW 8 Series. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Air Bags (3 reports), followed by Power Train, Engine, Electrical System, and Fuel/Propulsion System, each cited in 2 reports. One complaint alleged a crash; none alleged fire, injury, or death.
8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 BMW 8 Series?
Prospective owners of a 2019 BMW 8 Series should verify that all recall remedies have been completed for any specific vehicle under consideration. The status of a recall can vary by VIN; a check of the NHTSA recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov is advised prior to purchase.
- NHTSA has no crash-test rating for the 2019 BMW 8 Series specifically, meaning no federal star scores or Safety Index exist for this model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2019 BMW 8 Series, the cleanest possible recall record, though VIN-level verification at nhtsa.gov remains the authoritative final check.
- Eight unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with Air Bags representing the most frequently alleged problem area at three reports.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects low recall and complaint volume only and cannot be treated as equivalent to or compared against a crash-tested vehicle's Safety Index.
FAQ2019 BMW 8 Series safety questions
Was the 2019 BMW 8 Series crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 BMW 8 Series have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 BMW 8 Series as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 BMW 8 Series?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 8 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 BMW 8 Series. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW 8 Series 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.