BMW M2 F87
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
431–450 PS
3.0L Biturbo Benzin
Compact M by Conviction
Fun to Drive!Generations
Engine Overview
The BMW M2 F87 is available with 2 engine variants — from 136 to 450 hp.
The BMW 3.0L Biturbo (Benziner, 370 PS) has the S55B30 (3.0L Biturbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 10 known weaknesses.
The BMW M2 Competition (Benziner, 411 PS) has the S55B30 (3.0L Biturbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 10 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear differential input oil seal leaks The input oil seal of the limited-slip differential leaks regularly — the same unchanged seal as used on the E30 M3. Repair is very labour-intensive, requiring special tools and driveshaft removal. Symptoms: Oil spots under the rear of the vehicle, oil film on the differential housing, occasional rear differential warning in the instrument cluster. from 32,000 km | Medium | |
| DCT gear selector: incorrect gear selection The DCT shifts into neutral when reverse is selected, or becomes stuck in D2. Fault code 40EC02. A gearbox oil and filter change usually resolves the problem completely. Symptoms: Reverse gear selection fails, forward gear only selectable as D2, fault message in iDrive. from 30,000 km | Medium | |
| Rear differential mounts: load-change clunk Rubber mounts in the differential carrier tear and produce a loud clunk under load application. BMW switched to polyurethane mounts for the M2 Competition. PUMA action 644466-06; Loctite treatment per SIB 26 01 18 as an interim fix. Symptoms: Loud clunk or bang when accelerating and lifting off, especially in Sport Plus mode; worsens with engine at operating temperature. from 60,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 50 weaknesses have been documented for the BMW M2 F87 (2015–2021) — 38 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Cooling, Brakes, Suspension.
M2 (S55B30, 2015–2018) — Be Careful: Connecting rod bearing wear, Crankshaft hub slip (crank hub), Oil cooler damaged by stone impact. Power: 370 PS.
M2 (S55B30, 2018–2021) — Be Careful: Connecting rod bearing wear, Crankshaft hub slip (crank hub), Oil cooler damaged by stone impact. Power: 411 PS.
What to watch out for with the BMW M2? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee