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BMW F98 X4 M common problems
2020–2025 · X4 M / Competition (S58). The known weak spots of the engines used in the F98, with sources, plus the topics that come up most in BMW's service bulletins and NHTSA recalls for this chassis.
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Early-production crankshaft main bearing wear
BMW stopped delivery of some mid-2021 G80/G82 cars to inspect for premature crankshaft main bearing wear. Ask for proof the check was done on cars from that window.
BMW bulletins on file for the F98:
- SIB 11 04 20 Engine new-car delivery hold Engine new-car delivery hold on BMW G01/G02/F97/F98 and other models (2016–2021); unsold cars were held for inspection and repair before delivery. Service bulletin · Feb 2021
- SIB 11 07 21 Main bearing shell Main bearing shell on BMW G01/G02/G80/G81 and other models (2022); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Oct 2021
- SIB 11 12 19 Wheels no-start Wheels no-start on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2016–2020); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance. Service bulletin · Jan 2020
Sources: 3 Series Guy: G80 M3 common problems
Software updates and oil cooler seepage
Owners report DME software updates and some oil cooler seepage; check the car's campaign history at a BMW center.
BMW bulletins on file for the F98:
- SIB 09 01 21 Software failure Software failure on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2016–2022); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · May 2022
- SIB 12 16 19 Erroneous electric fan function fault stored in the DME Erroneous electric fan function fault stored in the DME on BMW G01/G02/G11/G12 and other models (2016–2020); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Apr 2020
- SIB 66 13 23 Camera fault codes Camera fault codes on BMW G01/G02/F97/F98 models (2022–2024); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Jan 2026
Sources: 3 Series Guy: G80 M3 common problems
Most frequent bulletin topics 194 bulletins
| Topic | Bulletins | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 6 | SIB 66 24 19, SIB 32 03 25 |
| Central display | 5 | SIB 65 35 24, SIB 61 05 24 |
| Seat | 4 | SIB 52 05 25, SIB 52 18 23 |
| Radio | 4 | SIB 65 19 22, SIB 65 11 21 |
| Fuel tank | 3 | SIB 13 04 20, SIB 16 01 23 |
| Fuel tank leak check warranty extension | 3 | SIB 01 09 21, SIB 01 15 24 |
| Battery | 3 | SIB 61 05 20, SIB 61 13 05 |
| Door | 3 | SIB 51 22 24, SIB 51 20 24 |
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the F98, grouped by topic. A bulletin tells technicians how to diagnose and fix a known issue; it doesn't mean every car has the problem.
NHTSA recalls by component 19
- inner-left roof frame · 1 recall24V910
- integrated transmission control unit · 1 recall23V821
- steering gear · 1 recall23V770
- front seat frame · 1 recall23V211
- transmission mechatronics unit · 1 recall22V070
- rear license plate bracket · 1 recall21V831
- labels · 1 recall21V646
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. Recall repairs are free; check a VIN.
BMW warranty extensions that list the F98
- SIB 01 09 21 Fuel tank leak check warranty extension Fuel tank leak check warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G30/F97 and other models (2006–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Aug 2026
- SIB 01 15 24 Fuel tank leak check warranty extension Fuel tank leak check warranty extension on BMW G05/G06/G07/G11 and other models (2017–2020); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jul 2026
- SIB 01 03 24 EVAP system warranty extension EVAP system warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2017–2025); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jun 2026
- SIB 72 04 17 Seat warranty extension Seat warranty extension on BMW F90/G01/G02/G05 and other models (2016–2022); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jun 2025
- SIB 65 01 22 Air bags warranty extension Air bags warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/F26/F97 and other models (2006–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Warranty extension · Jan 2025
- 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 31 01 24 Strut warranty extension Strut warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G80/G81 and other models (2015–2024); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jan 2024
- SIB 01 12 19 Radiator warranty extension Radiator warranty extension on BMW G01/G02/G11/G12 and other models (2006–2023); BMW extended the warranty on this part for eligible cars. Service bulletin · Jun 2023
If a car qualifies, the listed repair may be free. Check eligibility for the VIN with a BMW center.
Sources: BMW service bulletins and recalls filed with NHTSA (public data) and the specialist and owner write-ups linked above. Not affiliated with BMW.