2021-2024 BMW R 18 recall: seals/gaskets
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 7, 2026. It covers about 4,630 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 4,630
- reported
- Oct 7, 2026
- related complaints
- 1
Power train: manual transmission: seals/gaskets
- What is 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.
- Risk
- An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 26V658000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 26V658000
Is there a recall on the 2021-2024 BMW R 18 seals/gaskets?
Yes. Recall 26V658000, reported on October 7, 2026, covers about 4,630 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 26V658000?
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 recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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