If your 2026 BMW Gran Coupe VIN is in recall 26V064, BMW will replace faulty rear lights for free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 202 2026 M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe, 228I Gran Coupe, and 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe vehicles because the rear taillights, brake lights, or rear turn signal lights can fail to work properly. Faulty rear lighting makes the vehicle harder to see or read from behind and increases crash risk; BMW dealers will repair the lights free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear lamps on the 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe, 228I Gran Coupe, and 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe include the taillamps, brake lamps, and rear turn signal lamps. These lights tell drivers behind you when the car is visible at night, slowing, or turning. A lamp control system tells each rear lamp when to switch on and how to operate.
On affected vehicles, the rear lamps contain inappropriate firmware. Firmware is the small program inside the lamp electronics. In this recall, that programming can make a taillamp, stop lamp, or rear turn signal lamp operate outside the federal lighting standard, so the rear lighting does not work as designed.
The warning sign is a message in the vehicle for the driver. Owners using the BMW ConnectedDrive app or MyBMW app also receive a warning message on their smartphone.
Who's affected?
Covers three Gran Coupe variants with the same rear-lamp component.
| 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2026 BMW 228I Gran Coupe | Exterior lighting |
| 2026 BMW 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 202 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improper rear taillights, brake lights, or rear turn signals make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see and react to, increasing the risk of a crash. The car displays a warning message, and the BMW ConnectedDrive or MyBMW app also sends one to the phone. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe, 228I Gran Coupe, or 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free rear-light replacement that fixes rear taillight, brake light, and rear turn signal failures.
- Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V064 when you call.
- Confirm all rear lights, brake lights, and rear turn signals work before each trip until the repair is complete.
- Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician replaces the rear lights covered by recall 26V064. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs tied to this condition are handled through the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because warranty coverage applies to affected vehicles before the recall notice. Ask the service desk how that warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 4, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 4, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| February 4, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 27, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 2, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V064?
Recall 26V064 covers 202 2026 BMW 228I Gran Coupe, 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe, and M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe vehicles with rear lights that do not function properly. BMW dealers will replace the rear lights for free.
What should I do if my 2026 BMW 228I Gran Coupe, 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe, or M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V064. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule rear-light replacement. Reference recall number 26V064 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and BMW will replace the rear lights free of charge at any franchised BMW dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V064?
The risk is reduced rear visibility to other drivers. A rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal light that functions improperly increases the risk of a crash. BMW's dealer repair replaces the rear lights for free.
When were owners notified about recall 26V064?
BMW mailed owner notification letters on April 2, 2026. VINs became searchable for this recall on March 27, 2026. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised BMW dealer with recall number 26V064.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V064000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V064 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V064000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →