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2021 Bmw R 18: federal recalls on file

2 federal recalls reported for the 2021 Bmw R 18

These are federal recalls reported for the 2021 Bmw R 18. A recall may apply only to certain VIN ranges or production windows. To confirm whether your specific VIN is in the affected window, use NHTSA's official per-VIN lookup or enter your VIN on our check page.

26V-658 Open recall Oct 7, 2026

BMW of North America, LLC

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SEALS/GASKETS

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. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

Reference campaign 26V658000 with your dealer.

24V-716 Open recall Sep 27, 2024

BMW of North America, LLC

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SEALS/GASKETS

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2024 BMW R18 motorcycles. 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: As an interim remedy, the reverse gear control unit will be disconnected from the electrical system of the motorcycle, free of charge. Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 7, 2025 Owners may contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417. The repair is free at any franchised dealer of your brand.

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