BMW F87 M2
2016–2021 · M2 (F87) · N55, S55
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Models and engines by year
US-market models. Chassis codes: F87. Not sure which one you have? The VIN check decodes year, model and engine.
Bulletins and recalls by year
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| Year | Service bulletins | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 14 | 1 |
| 2017 | 12 | 1 |
| 2018 | 22 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 1 |
| 2020 | 21 | 1 |
| 2021 | 7 | 1 |
| 2022 | 7 | 0 |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 |
| 2025 | 3 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 0 |
Counted by the year BMW filed each document with NHTSA; each chart has its own scale. More filings in a year doesn't by itself mean a less reliable car.
Repair prices for the F87
These repairs apply to engines used in the F87. We don't have a F87-specific estimate for them yet. Each job page shows sourced owner prices from other chassis with the same engine, and you can ask us to price the job for your car.
N55 oil filter housing gasket (OFHG)
No estimate for the F87 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 valve cover / valve cover gasket (PCV)
No estimate for the F87 yet · see prices on other chassisN52 / N54 / N55 electric water pump + thermostat
No estimate for the F87 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 oil pan gasket
No estimate for the F87 yet · see prices on other chassisVANOS solenoids (intake / exhaust)
No estimate for the F87 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 ignition coils (all six)
No estimate for the F87 yet · see prices on other chassisN55 charge pipe (intercooler to throttle) replacement
No estimate for the F87 yet · see prices on other chassisNHTSA safety recalls 5
- Recall 21V554: passenger seat safety belt retractor 228I, 230I, 330E, 330I, 430I, 530I, 540I, M2, M235I, M240I, M3, M340I, M4, M440I, X1, X2, Z4, 2021. The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts.
- Recall 20V666: n/a – vehicle engine assembly error M2, M4, 2020–2021. Fuel injectors may have been installed without a damping component which is used to reduce vibration.
- Recall 19V352: knee bolster 230I, 330I, 430I, 440I, M2, M240I, M4, 2019–2020. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.
- Recall 17V719: instrument cluster/panel 230I, M2, M240I, X3, 2018. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate.
- Recall 16V653: frame and members M2, M3, M4, 2015–2017. BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles.
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. A recall may cover only some cars from a year, and it may already have been done on yours. Check by VIN →
Service bulletins on file 112
- SIB 12 17 16 Thermostat warranty extension Thermostat warranty extension on N20/N55 engines (2014–2017); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jun 2017
- NHTSA 10216792 Tec25 Wishbone Return Tec25 Wishbone Return on BMW G11/G12/E60/E89 and other models (2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Mar 2016
- SIB 34 09 21 Axle noise Axle noise on BMW F10/F80/F82/F83 and other models (2015–2022); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jan 2025
- SIB 64 04 16 Hoses/lines/piping/fittings service information Hoses/lines/piping/fittings service information on BMW G42/F22/F23/F39 and other models (2016–2024); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jan 2024
- SIB 31 03 18 Axle noise Axle noise on BMW G20/G21/G22/G23 and other models (2015–2021); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Feb 2022
- SIB 66 24 19 Steering service information Steering service information on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2006–2023); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Sep 2022
- SIB 17 01 21 Vent line cracking Vent line cracking on BMW G20/E90/E92/E93 and other models (2012–2021); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Apr 2022
- SIB 64 06 13 Air conditioning warranty extension Air conditioning warranty extension on BMW G20/E90/E92/E93 and other models (2012–2021); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Nov 2021
- SIB 12 13 18 Combustion control valve lift at idle Combustion control valve lift at idle on BMW G01/G11/G12/G20 and other models (2012–2021); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Feb 2021
- SIB 09 01 20 BMW remote software upgrade is not offered for installation BMW remote software upgrade is not offered for installation on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2016–2021); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Mar 2021
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F87. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the F87 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
F87 specs
BMW's US figures we have on file run from 365 hp (M2) to 405 hp (M2 Competition), with 0-60 mph as quick as 4.0 s.
A manual gearbox was offered in model years 2016–2021 (EPA listings). Full F87 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
F87 buyer's guide → F87 paint and option codes F87 coding list F87 common problems → F87 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.