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2021–present · M4 / Competition / xDrive / CS / CSL (S58). The known weak spots of the engines used in the G82, 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 G82:
- SIB 11 01 26 Delivery Stop - Bearing Shell Delivery Stop - Bearing Shell on S58 engines (2026); unsold cars were held for inspection and repair before delivery. Service campaign · Feb 2026
- 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
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 G82:
- SIB 09 03 21 Software Software on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (2016–2021); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Feb 2022
- SIB 61 33 22 Software Software on BMW G07/G11/G12/G14 and other models (2016–2022); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Dec 2022
- SIB 12 03 21 Wheels software update Wheels software update on BMW G80/G81/G82/G83 and other models (2020–2021); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Jun 2021
Sources: 3 Series Guy: G80 M3 common problems
Most frequent bulletin topics 72 bulletins
| Topic | Bulletins | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Axle | 3 | SIB 34 09 21, SIB 31 03 18 |
| Radio | 3 | SIB 65 19 22, SIB 65 11 21 |
| Steering | 2 | SIB 66 24 19, SIB 36 01 21 |
| Key fob | 2 | SIB 61 04 21, SIB 84 09 17 |
| Central display | 2 | SIB 65 20 25, SIB 61 05 24 |
| Instrument cluster | 2 | SIB 65 19 25, SIB 62 02 23 |
| Battery | 2 | SIB 61 13 05, SIB 61 15 21 |
| Brakes | 2 | SIB 34 10 19, SIB 34 07 21 |
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the G82, 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 3
- power distribution module/ipdm · 1 recall25V643
- passenger seat safety belt retractor · 1 recall21V554
- integrated brake system · 1 recall21V062
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 G82
- 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
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.