BMW Recalls 2026 Gran Coupe Models for Rear Light Defects
BMW is recalling 2026 228i and M235i Gran Coupe vehicles because rear lights may not function properly, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (improper rear lighting increasing crash risk) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, and M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. The recall addresses rear lights that may not function properly, causing the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108 regarding lamps and reflective devices.
A rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal light that functions improperly increases the risk of a crash. No specific injury or crash reports are mentioned in the source text.
Dealers will replace the rear lights free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on 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 recalled product
- Product
- BMW M235I XDRIVE GRAN COUPE, 228I GRAN COUPE, 228I XDRIVE GRAN COUPE
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Lighting
- Affected units
- 202
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (3)
- M235I XDRIVE GRAN COUPE
- 228I GRAN COUPE
- 228I XDRIVE GRAN COUPE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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