BMW 8 Series reliability
The BMW 8 Series fails its MOT about as often as most cars up to 5 years old: 15% of 1,669 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
5 DVSA recalls for the BMW 8 Series
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
Fix: The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
Recalled models: 8 SERIES COUPE · 322,745 vehicles
Affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which are not to specification
Affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which were not produced according to the specifications
Fix: On the affected vehicles the brake discs will be checked and if necessary replaced
Recalled models: 8 SERIES · 705 vehicles
The integrated brake system hydraulic unit may have been produced incorrectly
The Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit may have been produced incorrectly
Fix: Replace the Integrated Brake system hydraulic unit.
Recalled models: 8 SERIES COUPE · 139 vehicles
The cable lengths for the electric connection of the hall sensor inside the seatbelt buckle could be too short
The cable lengths for the electric connection of the hall sensor integrated inside the seatbelt buckle could be too short.
Fix: R; The front seat belt buckles will be checked and replaced if they are found to be faulty.
Recalled models: 8 SERIES COUPE · 326 vehicles
The flange of the high pressure fuel pumps may not have been attached to the cylinder head correctly
The flange of the HPFP may not have been attached to the cylinder head according to specifications.
Fix: Both High Pressure Fuel Pumps will be replaced.
Recalled models: 8 SERIES · 3 vehicles
Checking a BMW 8 Series before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.