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2018 BMW G310R problems

The most common problem on the 2018 BMW G310R is engine and cooling. Its complaint count is close to a typical G310R model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
7
Worst area
Engine

The worst 2018 BMW G310R problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Electrical
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls 2

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperReported August 14, 2019 · 5,938 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 C 400 X, 2018-2020 G 310 GS, and 2017-2020 G 310 R scooters and motorcycles. The front and rear brake caliper pistons may corrode, possibly causing the piston to stick or drag in the caliper bore.
Risk
A sticking or dragging brake could affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 19V593000 · Recall details

Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center standReported June 15, 2018 · 2,376 vehicles affected
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 BMW G310R and 2018 BMW G310GS motorcycles. Over time, repeated use and loading of the side stand could cause damage to the side stand and the motorcycle's frame.
Risk
Damage to the side stand and/or frame may result in the motorcycle unexpectedly falling over while it is stationary, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frame, installing a reinforcement plate and new side stand, or the frame will be replaced if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 18V408000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2018 BMW G310R 7

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2018 BMW G310R owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 1, 2021 · Engine · TX

The shift shaft torsion spring found within the transmission broke, which made gear shifting difficult or even impossible for me. This presents an important safety hazard as it place the me in a dangerous situation I found myself unable to change gears altogether—definitely In While trying to figure out what went wrong I almost lose control of the motorcycle. I took it in to the BMW Motorrad dealership and was told it was denied for repair. Without even opening the transmission. It been in the shop for almost a month and no reason for the denied claim for warranty repair.

Filed Sep 1, 2021 · Engine · TX

Faulty transmission torsion spring. My shift shaft torsion spring found within the transmission broke, which made the gear shifting difficult and even impossible. BMW Engineers without looking at the transmission denied the warranty issue. My motorcycle has been in the dealership service department for almost a month. The BMW mechanic "believes this to be the issue " but is not allowed to open the engine. This presents an important safety hazard as it may place the me and other riders in a dangerous situation: the shifter could feel loose and the rider could even find himself unable to change gears altogether—definitely not something you want to happen while cruising on the highway. In more extreme cases, the issue could cause the rider to lose control.

Filed Aug 14, 2020 · Brakes · PR

2018 bmw g310r. Consumer writes in regards to brake caliper safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was taking to a dealer who failed to complete the recall in a timely manner.

Filed Mar 19, 2019 · Acceleration, Electrical · 80 miles · OR

Speedometer stopped functioning while vehicle was vehicle was in motion.

Filed Feb 21, 2019 · Transmission · 8 miles · OR · crash

The vehicle was stationary, parked on level and dry asphalt, was started and left running in neutral for about 30 seconds. While parked and unattended, the vehicle made a strange sound, possibly indicating the vehicle shifted into a forward-moving gear, or the kick stand failed, and the vehicle then fell over, colliding with the ground on left side of the vehicle.

Filed Sep 27, 2018 · Lights · 800 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw g310r. Upon inspection of the motorcycle, the contact found that the vehicle was missing the hazard lights. The motorcycle was taken to san jose bmw motorcycles (located at 1990 w san carlos st, san jose, ca); however, the technician stated that the vehicle was designed in that manner. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 800. *tt updated 11/28/18

Filed Sep 14, 2018 · Body · 100 miles · AZ

I am a new bmw motorrad customer as of 6-9-18. I bought a brand new 2018 bmw motorcycle to be used as a means of transportation and to travel on a ramp on the back of our motorhome. I selected the bmw g310r and purchased it. After a week with the motorcycle and about 50 miles on it there became an issue where the motorcycle would not drop below 3,500-4,000 RPM's. In or out of gear it would not drop below that level. I reluctantly rode it for about another 50 miles to see if it would settle in and it did not. I read forums online and there were many accounts of that model having a problem with the thread lock on the idle adjustment backing out. I had the motorcycle delivered to an authorized bmw dealer for repair. After being strung along for about 10 days and after multiple calls to find out what the issue was, I was told they believed the throttle body was bad and after checking with bmw corporate there were no replacements manufactured yet. After a month of waiting for the part to be made, my motorcycle was returned in mid july, but, I was told it would need to come back in the first week of august for a recall of a defective kickstand that would need a plate added to give stability. Then on 7-30 about two weeks after having it back, I was called by bmw and was told that bmw needed to buy back my motorcycle because the frame was fractured and it could not be repaired. To be honest, I was horrified and angered that this was not disclosed to me and I had been riding a motorcycle for approximately 100 miles without knowing the frame was broken. That is not a decision anyone should have made for me. I should have been told immediately that this motorcycle is potentially unsafe, and this dealer and bmw motorrad elected to not say anything for weeks even though both parties knew, as bmw corporate was involved in the repair of my motorcycle for weeks.

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Questions about the 2018 BMW G310R

Is the 2018 BMW G310R reliable?

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2018 BMW G310R, close to a typical G310R model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 BMW G310R?

Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).

How many recalls does the 2018 BMW G310R have?

2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and structure.

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