2022 BMW R 18

1 recalls, 9 complaints - 1 TSBs

24V716000 Sep 27, 2024
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SEALS/GASKETS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
As an interim remedy, the reverse gear control unit will be disconnected from the electrical system of the motorcycle, free of charge. Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 7, 2025 Owners may contact BMW Customer Servic... Read more
5,048 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

9 total complaints 1 crashes

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER3
ENGINE3
POWER TRAIN1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS1
ENGINE Oct 21, 2025
Incident date: Oct 18, 2025
On oct 17,2025. While driving 35 mph on my to drop off my niece to her doctor appointment. My new 2024 Nissan rogue started to shake and engine light started to blank and cut off power and stopped on the road. Putting our lives at risk for accident on the road. Error Code : P2563 and P2565. I to... Read more
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS Apr 2, 2024
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to add air to the tire with the required 35 PSI, the TPMS warning light was turned off independently. The contact s... Read more
ENGINE Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 20, 2024
On 2/11/23, our 2017 Chevrolet Volt displayed a check engine light and the engine started to overheat, as determined by the driver from the dash coolant temperate display, while driving down the interstate after 1 hour of driving. The car was pulled over to the side of the road and towed home. Upo... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Oct 7, 2023
Incident date: Sep 20, 2023
Unknown
POWER TRAIN Oct 4, 2023
Incident date: Sep 6, 2023
The transmission needs replaced at 88,900 miles on a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. I have reached out to Ford and they will NOT do anything except to tell me I should have it repaired/replaced at a Ford authorized dealer so that the parts are under warranty. I use this compact cargo van for my business... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 31, 2023
Incident date: May 6, 2023
I have a toyota rav4 2008 2.4 the motor is no leaking oil, no blue smoke but i put 4 quarts oil on 1.000 miles,the comsuption oil is too much and the steering wheel column have problem and that is danger .i see on Google the problem on this car toyota rav4 2008 2.4 is came with factory problem o... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 25, 2023
Incident date: Aug 20, 2023
I was maneuvering to park my car in a parking lot. Driving down the traffic lane of the parking lot, I slowed, braked and turned left 90 degrees into the parking space with my foot still on the brake. I reached the end of the parking space and prepared to shut the engine down. I remember looking at ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Aug 23, 2023
Incident date: Aug 1, 2023
Vehicle was purchased in Feb 2022. At around 4500 miles a low coolant level alert came on the dashboard. I checked the coolant level and saw that it was low with signs of leaking. Purchased coolant from VW dealer and topped off. Brakes make a metallic scraping/grinding sound when coming to a stop d... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 15, 2023
Incident date: Aug 11, 2023
at approximately 48,000 miles driven the check engine light turned on when car was taken to the mechanic, code p052e71 came back as the problem, which means crankcase breather hose had to be replaced. the cost was almost 2000 dollars.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 BMW R 18

1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
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

BMW R 18 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW R 18 across all model years (2021, 2024).

4 Total Recalls
9 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW R 18 - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2023 1 0 View
2022 (current) 1 9
2021 1 0 View

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