NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW M8 Safety Record
The 2023 BMW M8 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW M8 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a Safety Index score or official star ratings. This absence of federal crash-test data means direct comparison to other vehicles on crash-safety performance is not possible for consumers. The record does indicate a light burden from recalls and owner complaints: one recall campaign has been issued, and zero owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA. This limited data set, while not alarming, requires careful consideration due to the missing crash-test assessments.
The 2023 BMW M8 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign related to power window devices and controls, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal 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 | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW M8?
The 2023 BMW M8 enters the market without an established crash-test record; no federal data exists for this specific model year or any proximate iterations. Its safety profile is therefore assessed solely on its recall and complaint history. One recall campaign has been issued for the 2023 BMW M8, addressing power window devices and controls across the broader 2023 8 Series. Critically, zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 M8. This absence of consumer reports is significant, considering the model's time on the market. This places the 2023 BMW M8 in the "Light" recall and complaint burden band, a classification reflecting the volume of federal paperwork, not an evaluation of crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW M8 have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW M8 has one recall on record, covering a visibility concern tied to power window devices and controls. The campaign applies to certain 2023 8 Series models including the M8. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data provided. Owners should verify whether this recall has been completed on their specific vehicle using the NHTSA VIN lookup.
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS23V099000
Risk: Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software for the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. In addition, the digital key function via cellular service and Wi-Fi capability will be deactivated until the vehicle is updated with new software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-02-17
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW M8?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2023 BMW M8. There are no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths in the complaint database for this model year. Because the complaint count is zero, there are no top components to flag and no unverified allegations to characterize.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW M8?
The 2023 BMW M8's most notable safety concern is an active recall related to its power windows. Prospective owners of any used 2023 BMW M8 should check the vehicle's VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm that this recall has been remedied by the seller. An unresolved recall transfers with the vehicle to the new owner, highlighting the importance of verifying its status prior to purchase.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 BMW M8, meaning no frontal, side, or rollover star ratings exist for this specific model year and no Safety Index can be assigned.
- One recall is on record for the 2023 BMW M8, addressing a visibility concern involving power window devices and controls across certain 2023 8 Series models including the M8.
- NHTSA shows zero owner complaints for the 2023 BMW M8, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths in the federal complaint database for this model year.
- Prospective buyers should run the specific vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm the power window recall has been completed before taking ownership.
FAQ2023 BMW M8 safety questions
Was the 2023 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 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW M8 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 BMW M8. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW M8?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 BMW M8. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW M8 2023.
- 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.