2021–2024 BMW R 18 recall: powertrain & transmission
⚠️ What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2024 R 18 motorcycles equipped with the optional reverse gear. The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside the control unit, which can result in the unit overheating.
💥 The risk
An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
🔧 The fix
Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Motorcycles in this recall were previously recalled under 24V716. Motorcycles previously repaired under the prior recall will need the new repair completed.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V658000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 4,630
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SEALS/GASKETS
- Owner phone
- 1-800-525-7417
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Recall started by
- MFR