01:48 10-02-2026

BMW 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe recall due to rear light software problem

BMW of North America has announced a recall of 2026 model year 2 Series Gran Coupe sedans in the United States due to rear lighting that fails to meet safety requirements. According to information found by SPEEDME.RU in the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database, the campaign affects 202 vehicles produced in the second half of 2025.

The issue stems from the rear light assembly's software. BMW clarifies that due to faulty firmware, one or more lighting elements—such as tail lights, brake lights, or turn signals—may operate erratically or not fully comply with FMVSS 108 standards. This could reduce the vehicle's visibility to other road users and increase the risk of a collision, particularly at night.

The defect was identified in summer 2025 during the vehicle assembly phase when functional anomalies in the rear lights began to be recorded. During the investigation, BMW, along with supplier Valeo Vision and subcontractors, examined both electronic components and control units. Ultimately, the focus settled on the firmware for the lighting modules, which was found to be the cause of the non-compliance with U.S. regulations.

BMW emphasizes that no accidents or injuries related to this problem have been reported to date. However, the diagnostic system can alert the driver to a malfunction via a message on the instrument panel, as well as through the BMW ConnectedDrive and MyBMW applications.

As part of the recall, all affected vehicles will receive new rear lights with corrected software at no cost. Notifications to dealers began on February 4, 2026, and owners will receive letters inviting them to service by March 27.

This recall serves as another reminder that in modern vehicles, software plays a role no less critical than mechanical components, and even a minor firmware error can trigger an official recall campaign.