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2022 BMW X4 recall: exterior lighting

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 22, 2021. It covers about 2,577 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,577
reported
Oct 22, 2021
owners notified
Dec 17, 2021

Exterior lighting

What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, and X4M vehicles. The rear license plate may not be illuminated properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
The incorrectly positioned license plate lamp cutouts could cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the rear license plate bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 21V831000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 21V831000

Is there a recall on the 2022 BMW X4 exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 21V831000, reported on October 22, 2021, covers about 2,577 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V831000?

Dealers will modify the rear license plate bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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