REC-006092

active

2020–2024 BMW R18 R 18 Transcontinental, R18, R18 B, R18 Classic, R18 Roctane

Category: Motorcycle · Supplier: B M W AUSTRALIA LTD.

Recall date: 8 October 2024

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, insufficient sealing of the reverser system control unit may allow moisture to enter into the unit. If this occurs, it could cause a short circuit leading to a vehicle fire.

Hazard

A vehicle fire may increase the risk of serious injury or death to the rider, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred authorised BMW Motorrad dealer to have works completed free of charge as per below. As a first step, the reverser control unit will be permanently disconnected from the power supply for safety reasons at the dealership. Note: Recall REC-006092 has now been superseded by REC-006258.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — B M W AUSTRALIA LTD. — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au