Exterior lightingRecall 21V-831 · 2022 BMW X4

BMW of North America, LLC recall 21V-831 covers 2,577 2022 BMW X4 for a exterior lighting problem, reported to NHTSA on October 22, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.

98%
Vehicles repaired2,519 of 2,577 · 2023 Q3
Vehicles affected2,5771 model
ReportedOct 22, 2021Owners notified Dec 17, 2021
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V831000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

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."

The risk

The incorrectly positioned license plate lamp cutouts could cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

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 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

98%repaired

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

0%50%100%2021 Q42023 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall