repaired · 2023 Q1
Sensing system: camera
Risk. If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
2020 BMW M850iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2020 BMW M850i, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-096 the manufacturer reports only 96% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 14, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 BMW M850i has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2020 BMW M850i recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Air bags
Risk. If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Sensing system: camera
Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other M850i year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the M850i median. How we score
'19'20'21'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What M850i owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Fuel pump failed within a minute of initial warning and performance indicating a problem. While driving ~60 mph on the highway, available power dropped to zero within a couple tenths of a mile, *barely* allowing me to move to the shoulder. Screen error/fault indicated vehicle was ok to keep driving…
Own a 2020 M850i?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.