BMW R 18 — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2026-10-07

BMW, short circuit risk

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-10-07
Manufacturer	BMW
Models affected	R 18
Model year	2021; 2022; 2023; 2024
Units affected	845
Defect	Issue: On certain motorcycles, the recall repairs completed by a BMW Motorrad dealer during Transport Canada recall no. 2024-561 may not be effective. As a result, certain motorcycles require a second repair. On certain motorcycles, the reverser control unit may not have been sealed properly. As a result, water could enter the control unit and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the control unit could short circuit. Note: This problem could cause the reverse function not to work. Safety Risk: A short circuit can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: BMW Motorra…
Component	Electrical
Recall type	Motorcycle
Recall number	2026494
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	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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