BMW F91 M8
2020–2025 · M8 (F91/F92/F93) · S63 V8

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Models and engines by year
| Model | US model years | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| M8 / Competition (coupe, convertible, Gran Coupe) | 2020–2025 | S63 V8 |
US-market models. Chassis codes: F91, F92, F93. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 1 |
| 2020 | 35 | 1 |
| 2021 | 24 | 2 |
| 2022 | 25 | 0 |
| 2023 | 19 | 1 |
| 2024 | 13 | 0 |
| 2025 | 6 | 0 |
| 2026 | 1 | 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 F91
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NHTSA safety recalls 5
- Recall 23V099: digital key ECU software coding 230I, 840I, M2, M240I, M8, M850I, Z4, 2022–2023. BMW of North Americal, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M
- Recall 21V096: rearview camera software 330E, 330I, 430I, 530E, 530I, 540I, 740I, 745LE, 750LI, 840I, M340I, M440I, M550I, M760I, M8, M850I, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, 2019–2021. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate.
- Recall 21V062: integrated brake system 740LI, 745LE, 750LI, 840I, M3, M4, M760LI, M8, M850I, X5, X6, X7, 2019–2021. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.
- Recall 20V164: pretensioner 330I, 840I, M340I, M8, M850I, X3, X4, 2020. The sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
- Recall 19V883: wiring M5, M8, 2019–2020. The transmission wiring harness can become damaged, resulting in an electrical short circuit.
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 127
- SIB 11 01 20 Oil filter housing cracking Oil filter housing cracking on BMW G01/G02/G05/G07 and other models (2012–2021); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jun 2021
- SIB 16 04 20 Fuel tank check engine light Fuel tank check engine light on BMW G01/G05/G06/F90 and other models (2018–2021); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Dec 2020
- SIB 01 17 24 Fuel injectors failure Fuel injectors failure on N63/S63 engines (2015–2021); the fix is replacing the affected part. Warranty extension · Sep 2025
- SIB 11 11 24 Oil pump bolt torque check Oil pump bolt torque check on S63 engines (2024); BMW repairs affected cars free under a service campaign. Service campaign · Feb 2025
- SIB 17 03 24 Fuel injectors leak Fuel injectors leak on N63/S63 engines (2018–2022); BMW repairs affected cars free under a service campaign. Service campaign · Jun 2024
- SIB 01 08 21 Fuel tank leak check warranty extension Fuel tank leak check warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2020); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Dec 2024
- SIB 27 02 20 Lane departure vibration Lane departure vibration on BMW G02/G05/G06/G07 and other models (2016–2025); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jun 2025
- SIB 06 35 25 Engine service information Engine service information on S63 engines (2020); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Other communication · Jun 2025
- SIB 51 12 19 Software check engine light Software check engine light on BMW G05/G06/G07/G14 and other models (2019–2024); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Jul 2024
- SIB 61 03 21 Electrical system service information Electrical system service information on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2016–2021); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Feb 2024
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F91. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the F91 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
F91 specs
BMW's US figures we have on file run from 600 hp (M8 Coupe) to 617 hp (M8 Competition Coupe), with 0-60 mph as quick as 3.0 s.
No manual gearbox appears in the EPA listings for this chassis. Full F91 specs: every US engine, transmission and drive by year →
Common problems & maintenance
F91 buyer's guide → F91 paint and option codes F91 coding list F91 common problems → F91 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.