BMW is recalling certain 2022 X4 models due to potential license plate lamp misalignment causing visibility issues. Owners must contact dealers for free bracket modifications to comply with safety standards.
The incorrectly positioned license plate lamp cutouts could cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling specific 2022 X4 models where the license plate lamp may not light properly, which could confuse other drivers and increase crash risk. Affected vehicles need a free fix from dealers to meet safety standards. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80779-bmw-2022-x4-recall-license-plate-lamp-misalignment-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80779-bmw-2022-x4-recall-license-plate-lamp-misalignment-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V831000
“BMW 2022 X4 Recall: License Plate Lamp Misalignment Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80779-bmw-2022-x4-recall-license-plate-lamp-misalignment-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 21V831000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V831000).
The license plate lamp cutouts are positioned incorrectly, which can make the license plate appear unlit to other drivers. This visibility issue might lead to crashes if drivers misinterpret the vehicle's status.
Owners of 2022 BMW X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i models are most at risk. These vehicles may have improper license plate lighting that could cause confusion on the road.
Check if your 2022 X4 xDrive30i or X4 M40i model has a rear license plate that doesn't light properly. The recall covers vehicles sold in the U.S. starting from the 2022 model year.
Reach out to BMW at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a free modification of the rear license plate bracket.
Dealers will modify the rear license plate bracket at no cost to ensure proper lighting and compliance with safety standards.
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.
The recall covers 2022 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i models.
Check if your 2022 X4 xDrive30i or X4 M40i has a rear license plate that doesn't light properly.
The recall notice does not specify a deadline for the fix; dealers will handle it at no cost.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V831000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 21V831000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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