BMW Motorrad R1800 Rocktrain: Retrofitting Protective Relay For Reverser Control Unit
BMW Motorrad R1800 Series Recall Summary BMW is recalling 998 R1800 motorcycles (Rocktrain, Bagger, Transcontinental, Pure, and Classic models) sold in the United Kingdom because the reverser control unit may not be properly sealed, allowing moisture to cause corrosion of internal electrical contacts. The manufacturer will install a protective relay and additional wiring, and reprogram the control unit on affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- BMW MOTORRAD UK
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD R1800 Rocktrain, BMW MOTORRAD R1800 Bagger, BMW MOTORRAD R1800 Transcontinental, BMW MOTORRAD R1800 Pure, BMW MOTORRAD R1800 Classic. Units affected: 998
- Reason
- On affected vehicles the reverser control unit may be insufficiently sealed allowing moisture to lead to corrosion of the internal electrical contacts. Remedy: Affected vehicles will have a protective relay and addition wiring fitted. The control unit will also be reprogramed.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2025-02-10
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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