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2017 BMW C EVOLUTION

2 recalls, 0 complaints - 23 TSBs

26V305000 May 14, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C Evolution motorcycles. The front wheel may splash water onto the electrical plug connection of the DC/DC converter's 12V battery ground cable lug, resulting in corrosion of the electrical contacts.
Consequence
Corrosion on the electrical contacts may cause overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cable section with the ground cable lug with a repair cable kit, free of charge. In addition, the 12V plug connector to the DC/DC converter will be checked; if contact corrosion is found to be present, additional sections of the wiring harness will be replaced, free of charg... Read more
116 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
17V467000 Jul 21, 2017
WHEELS:RIM
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW C650 GT and BMW C Evolution scooters for failing to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims-other than passenger cars." The front rims may not be marked with the required rim type and the DOT... Read more
Consequence
Since the rim is not marked with the rim size and the DOT designation, a tire of the incorrect size may be installed on this rim, affecting the handling of the scoter and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace any rims that are not correctly marked, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 26, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer servi... Read more
37 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 BMW C EVOLUTION

23 manufacturer communications from 14 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT5
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)2
160000 STRUCTURE2
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY1
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL1
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION1
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE1
B611305 Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
MC610223 Aug 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer cannot start the vehicle, various warning lights including high voltage warnings are illuminated on the instrument cluster.
M660122 Oct 1, 2022
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
The options in the Reversing Assist Camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted.
M660122 Oct 1, 2022
284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
The options in the Reversing Assist Camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted.
M660122 Oct 1, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
The options in the Reversing Assist Camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted.
M650122 Oct 1, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
The Sirius(r) Satellite Radio is inoperative.
M650122 Oct 1, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Sirius(r) Satellite Radio is inoperative.
M410121 Oct 1, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
M410121 Oct 1, 2022
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
M410122 Oct 1, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
M410122 Oct 1, 2022
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
MC611121 Nov 23, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
With the introduction of the Silent Charge function for model year 2016, the control of the charging fan was reconfigured for its implementation. In rare cases, it is possible for the charging fan to cause voltage spikes and damage the elec
MC611121 Sep 7, 2021
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
With the introduction of the Silent Charge function, the control of the charging fan was reconfigured for its implementation. In rare cases, it is possible for the charging fan to cause voltage spikes and damage the electrical machine elect
MC64040729 Feb 9, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
E Scooter will not start due to discharged battery.
B3106170621 Jun 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Please return all part(s) to your facing Regional Distribution Center (RDC). Submit for return using a YR26 damage claim with order reason BM2. A valid BMW delivery and delivery item number must be entered, and TEC73 must appear in the text
SISIB011317 Jun 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, LLC
SIM010917 Jun 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG)
MC62133778 Dec 1, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Map data should be stored on a 64 GB SD card. In GARMIN Express the note appears that a maximum of 32 GB is possible.
MC62133778 Dec 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Map data should be stored on a 64 GB SD card. In GARMIN Express the note appears that a maximum of 32 GB is possible.
MC61326053 Oct 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After activation of the alarm system, the turn indicators remain on for 1 minute with integration levels higher than k001-15-03-510.
MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.

BMW C EVOLUTION - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW C EVOLUTION across all model years (2017, 2018).

3 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW C EVOLUTION - Year by Year

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