Exterior lighting: brake lightsRecall 20V-094 · 2014–2019 BMW M6

BMW of North America, LLC recall 20V-094 covers 2,728 2014–2019 BMW M6 for a exterior lighting: brake lights problem, reported to NHTSA on February 19, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q1) shows 72% of affected vehicles repaired.

72%
Vehicles repaired1,970 of 2,728 · 2022 Q1
Vehicles affected2,7281 model
ReportedFeb 19, 2020Owners notified Apr 17, 2020
Complaints since2Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 20V094000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.

The risk

If the third brake light detaches from the vehicle, it would no longer provide the required lighting to following traffic, or it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third brake light and properly secure it with new fasteners. If the third brake light detached from the vehicle and is damaged, it will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

72%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2020 Q22022 Q1
1 model

Vehicles in this recall