BMW R 18 years to avoid
No model year of the BMW R 18 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best BMW R 18 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
BMW R 18 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common BMW R 18 problems
All model years combined.
- Lights8
- Transmission1
- Electrical1
BMW R 18 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | - | 9 | Lights | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | - | 1 | Transmission | 2 | 0 |
Recalls 2
BMW R 18 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the BMW R 18
What years of the BMW R 18 should you avoid?
No single model year of the BMW R 18 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used BMW R 18?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the BMW R 18?
Lights, with 8 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (1) and electrical (1).
How many recalls does the BMW R 18 have?
2 recalls between 2021 and 2022. The 2024 model year has the most, with 2.
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