Bmw R 18. Published by Transport Canada as 2026494 on 7 October 2026. System: Electrical. 845 vehicles affected in Canada.
What the notice says 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.
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| Recall number | 2026494 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bmw |
| Category | Motorcycle |
| System | Electrical |
| Notice type | Safety Mfr |
| Published | 7 October 2026 |
| Last updated by Transport Canada | 19 October 2026 |
| Model years | 2021-2024 |
| Vehicles named | Bmw R 18 |
What the notice says today
The 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.
The safety risk
A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.
What will be done
BMW Motorrad will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the reverser control unit.
Note
This problem could cause the reverse function not to work.
Version française (Transport Canada)
Problème: Sur certaines motocyclettes, les réparations effectuées par un concessionnaire BMW Motorrad dans le cadre du rappel numéro 2024-561 de Transports Canada pourraient ne pas être efficaces. Par conséquent, certaines motocyclettes nécessitent une deuxième réparation. Sur certaines motocyclettes, le module de commande de marche arrière pourrait ne pas avoir été correctement scellé. Par conséquent, de l'eau pourrait pénétrer dans le module de commande et le corroder. Si cela se produisait, le module de commande pourrait subir un court-circuit. Remarque : Ce problème pourrait empêcher la fonction de marche arrière de fonctionner. Risques pour la sécurité: Un court-circuit peut créer un risque d'incendie. Mesures correctives: BMW Motorrad doit aviser les propriétaires par la poste et leur demander d'amener leur motocyclette chez un concessionnaire pour faire remplacer le module de commande de marche arrière.
What it said before
Nothing has changed while we have been watching. We first read this notice on 20 October 2026 and last read it on 20 October 2026.
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