BMW M2 F87 — Reliability
Reliability Summary
Best engine
N55 — 79/100
BUY
Worst engine
S55 — 60/100
CAUTION
Average reliability
70/100
Engine Comparison
| Engine | Reliability Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
|
N55
3.0L Turbo I6 |
79/100 | BUY |
|
S55
3.0L Twin-Turbo M I6 |
60/100 | CAUTION |
Engines in this model
Known Issues Across All Engines
| Issue | Engine | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| VANOS solenoids and VANOS housing bolts (recall 2010-2012) | N55 | moderate |
| Valve cover gasket and PCV valve in the cover — oil leaks, oil consumption | N55 | moderate |
| Oil filter housing gasket (OFHG) leak | N55 | moderate |
| Intake valve carbon build-up (direct injection) | N55 | moderate |
| Electric water pump failure | N55 | moderate |
| High-pressure fuel pump failure — mainly 2010-2011 engines | N55 | moderate |
| Turbo wastegate rattle | N55 | minor |
| Coolant pipe / banjo bolt seals | N55 | minor |
| Plastic charge pipe crack | N55 | minor |
| Crank hub slip — timing jumps, possible bent valves | S55 | critical |
| Rod bearing wear — frequency disputed | S55 | critical |
| Fuel injector damping component missing — fuel leak, fire risk (recall 20V-666) | S55 | moderate |
FAQ
Is the BMW M2 reliable?
The BMW M2 has 2 engine options with reliability scores ranging from 60/100 (CAUTION) to 79/100 (BUY). Average reliability: 70/100.
Which BMW M2 engine is most reliable?
The N55 is the most reliable engine in the BMW M2, scoring 79/100 (BUY).
What problems does the BMW M2 have?
Across all engine variants, the BMW M2 has 15 known issues. The most common are related to VANOS solenoids and VANOS housing bolts (recall 2010-2012), Valve cover gasket and PCV valve in the cover — oil leaks, oil consumption, Oil filter housing gasket (OFHG) leak.