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BMW 228 VIN decoder

Enter a BMW 228 VIN to see its exact model year, trim, engine, factory and the safety recalls NHTSA lists for it. Free, with official NHTSA data.

BMW 228 at a glance

Model years in NHTSA data2026–20272 model years
Recalls since 20260
Year with most recallsNone listed
Latest recall filedNone listed

BMW 228 model years and recalls

NHTSA lists the BMW 228 for these model years. The year code is the 10th character of the VIN. Recall counts come from the NHTSA recalls database for the last 20 model years; one recall campaign often covers several years.

Model yearVIN year code (10th character)Recalls listed by NHTSA
2027 V Loading
2026 T Loading

A recall count is for all BMW 228 vehicles of that year. Whether a recall applies to one vehicle, and whether it was already repaired, depends on its VIN: decode the VIN above, then confirm with a dealer.

Latest BMW 228 recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the BMW 228 in the model years loaded so far. Recalls are sometimes filed under a related model name, so always check a specific VIN.

How to read a BMW 228 VIN

  • Characters 1-3 are the manufacturer code. BMW uses these codes in NHTSA data: 3MF, 3MW, 4US, 5UM, 5UX, 5YM, WAP, WB1, WB3, WB4, WB5, WBA ….
  • Characters 4-8 describe the 228: body, engine, restraints and other equipment. Each maker sets its own layout, so a full decode is the safest way to read them.
  • Character 10 is the model year. For example, a 2027 228 has V in position 10.
  • Character 9 is the check digit, 11 is the assembly plant and 12-17 are the serial number.

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BMW 228 VIN questions

How many recalls does the BMW 228 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the BMW 228 from 2026 to 2027 in the data loaded so far. Check a specific VIN to be sure.

Which model years of the BMW 228 are in NHTSA data?

NHTSA lists the BMW 228 for 2 model years (2026–2027). The table on this page shows each year with its VIN year code.

How do I tell the year of a BMW 228 from the VIN?

Look at the 10th character. For example, a 2027 228 has V there. Letters I, O, Q, U, Z and the digit 0 are never used, and the codes repeat every 30 years.

Where is the VIN on a BMW 228?

At the bottom of the windshield on the driver side, on the driver door pillar label, and on the title, registration and insurance card.

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