2021.0 BMW R 18 - Electrical
Recall Summary BMW is recalling 2021-2024 R 18 motorcycles because the reverser control unit may not have been properly sealed during a previous repair, allowing water to enter and cause corrosion. If the control unit corrodes, it can short circuit, which creates a fire risk and may disable the reverse function. BMW will mail owners instructions to bring their motorcycles to a dealership for a replacement control unit.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: 2021.0 BMW R 18, 2022.0 BMW R 18, 2023.0 BMW R 18, 2024.0 BMW R 18. System: Electrical. Units affected: 845
- Reason
- Issue: On certain motorcycles, the recall repairs completed by a BMW Motorrad dealer during Transport Canada recall no. 2024-561 may not be effective. As a result, certain motorcycles require a second repair. On certain motorcycles, the reverser control unit may not have been sealed properly. As a result, water could enter the control unit and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the control unit could short circuit. Note: This problem could cause the reverse function not to work. Safety Risk: A short circuit can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: BMW Motorrad will notify...
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- Canada
- Agency
- TC
- Recall date
- 2026-10-07
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Canada-wide
Official recall notice from TC
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