NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 BMW M8 Safety Record
The 2021 BMW M8 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 BMW M8 has not been subjected to federal crash testing, leaving a significant gap in its safety profile. Without NHTSA's assessment, no star ratings are available, and consequently, no Safety Index score can be computed. The vehicle's recall record is light, with two campaigns addressing camera-based back-over prevention and hydraulic service brakes. Furthermore, NHTSA has received zero owner complaints regarding this model year. While these data points reflect the current federal record, the lack of crash-test information precludes any definitive conclusion on the M8's crashworthiness.
The 2021 BMW M8 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety 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 | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 BMW M8?
The 2021 BMW M8 has a completely clear owner complaint record, with zero reports, no flagged components, and no allegations of injury or fire. Two recall campaigns were issued in early 2021. One recall addressed a camera fault within the back-over prevention system, while the other concerned the hydraulic service brake circuit on 8 Series vehicles. Neither recall was exclusive to the M8; both extended to broader BMW model families from the same production period. This places the M8 in the Light recall and complaint burden band, the lowest-density category in federal data. This category reflects administrative and consumer-report volume only and does not imply crash performance. No crash-test data for the 2021 M8 or any sibling years are available for review.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 BMW M8 have any recalls?
The 2021 BMW M8 is covered by two federal recall campaigns. The first addresses a back-over prevention sensing system camera fault shared with several 2019-2021 BMW X3, X4, and M550i models. The second targets the hydraulic service brake system on 2020-2021 8 Series models including the M8. Neither campaign carried a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data provided, but shoppers should verify open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V096000
Risk: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-02-19
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC21V062000
Risk: A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-02-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 BMW M8?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2021 BMW M8. No components have been flagged, no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported, and no most-recent report exists in the federal record. Because the complaint count is zero, there are no unverified consumer allegations to summarize for this model year.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 BMW M8?
The 2021 BMW M8 had two recall campaigns issued. Of particular note is a hydraulic brake recall, indicating a critical safety issue that required manufacturer intervention. Any used 2021 BMW M8 should have its VIN checked at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm that both the back-over camera recall and the hydraulic brake recall have been completed by a dealer, as an open recall on a used vehicle is the registered owner's responsibility to address.
- NHTSA issued no crash-test score for the 2021 BMW M8 - no Safety Index and no star ratings exist for this model year, so crash-safety comparisons to tested vehicles cannot be made.
- Two recall campaigns cover this model year: one targeting the back-over prevention camera system shared with several 2019-2021 BMW models, and one targeting the hydraulic service brake system on 2020-2021 8 Series vehicles including the M8.
- Zero owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2021 BMW M8, meaning no unverified allegations regarding crashes, fires, injuries, or component failures appear in the federal record for this specific year.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify open-recall status for their specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall completion history varies by individual vehicle and cannot be confirmed from model-level data alone.
FAQ2021 BMW M8 safety questions
Was the 2021 BMW M8 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 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 BMW M8 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 BMW M8. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 BMW M8?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 BMW M8. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW M8 2021.
- 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.