C evolution — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-06-12

Hazard: Fire

BMW C evolution motorcycle for fire risk

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-06-12
Manufacturer	Bmw
Model identifiers	e12002/240627* (C1EV), e1168/201300041* (3CEV), e1168/201300042* (3CEV)
Category	Motor vehicles
Hazard	Fire
Hazard description	The connectors of the 12 V battery supplying the DC/DC converter are insufficiently sealed against splash water. This may allow water to penetrate the connectors and cause a short circuit and lead to a fire.
Non-compliance	The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles.
Recall number	SR/01648/26
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	Marketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable products	Cell–charger matching, over-heat/over-charge protection, isolation of hot parts.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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