United StatesCertain 2026 BMW 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, and M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles are affected; VINs for the recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 27, 2026. They were recalled because a rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal may not function properly, failing to comply with FMVSS 108 and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the rear lights free of charge; owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2026 and BMW customer service can be reached at 1-800-525-7417.
What's being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, and M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with rear lights that may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. equipment."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V064000
The hazard
A rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal light that functions improperly, increases the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will replace the rear lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 27, 2026.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.
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