2026 BMW 228I Gran Coupe, 2026 BMW 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe, 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe Recall: These vehicles are equipped with rear lights that may not function properly
NHTSA campaign 26V064000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Feb 4, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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."
The risk
A rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal light that functions improperly, increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — 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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V064000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.