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Automotive · United States · 2024-09-27

BMW R18 motorcycles' reverse gear control unit seal may deteriorate

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-09-27
Manufacturer	BMW of North America, LLC
Models affected	R 18
Model year	2021-2024
Units affected	5048
Defect	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._x000D_ An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
Component	POWER TRAIN
Remedy	As an interim remedy, the reverse gear control unit will be disconnected from the electrical system of the motorcycle, free of charge. Once the final remedy is available, dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall number	24V716000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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