Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V094000 Reported February 19, 2020

Third brake light may loosen and detach

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 2,728 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V094000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
2,728
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 19, 2020
Completion Rate
84.60

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V094000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V094000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V094000?

NHTSA recall 20V094000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on February 19, 2020. It addresses: Third brake light may loosen and detach. The recall affects approximately 2,728 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V094000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.