The worst 2023 BMW R 18 B problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2024 BMW R 18B and R 18 Transcontinental motorcycles. The headlight low beam attachment points may break, shifting the reflector out of position, and resulting in insufficient illumination. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Insufficient illumination from the headlight can reduce visibility or cause a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the headlamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 23V884000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 BMW R 18 B 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
Compare the 2023 BMW R 18 B
Other model years
Questions about the 2023 BMW R 18 B
Is the 2023 BMW R 18 B reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2023 BMW R 18 B.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 BMW R 18 B?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW R 18 B have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2023 BMW R 18 B?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history