CarRecallWatchThe 2022 BMW R 18 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (8 reports).
2022 BMW R 18 recalls
Seal can let moisture overheat reverse gear unit, raising fire risk
The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate over time and allow moisture inside the unit.
Moisture can overheat reverse gear unit, risking fire
A seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate over time, allowing moisture to get inside the unit.
Most common 2022 BMW R 18 problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 8 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
A fire started near the reverse mechanism and battery when it was started.
The contact owns a 2022 BMW R 18. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V884000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
I bought a 2022 BMW R18B motorcycle in 2023. There are 3 models of this motorcycle. R18 is plain without a fairing or smart controls. The R18 Transcontinental is top of line with fairing computer, navigation, phone pairing. The R18B which is my motorcycle is basically the same as Transcontinental except it does not have top case and rack for mounting top case. Here is the safety problem with the R18B. The Transcontinental has running and brake light built into top case. Directional signals are mounted on saddlebags. they also do braking. but on the R18B which has no top case there isn't a rear fender mounted running and brake light. Only a license plate light and small reflector. brake an
Adaptive headlight does not work and the low beam reflector is completely loose. With the reflector loose the headlight will occasionally blind oncoming traffic, point to the sky or side of the road. It is unsafe to ride unless riding with high beams, which is not safe for oncoming traffic.
While on a multi-state trip I noticed that two pieces of the headlight have come loose inside the lens distorting the beam. On September 19, 2023 I took the bike in for a warranty claim and it was approved. Now two weeks later the dealer is still unable to give me a time frame for replacement due to the number of theses that have failed. I cannot ride the bike for fear of it going out entirely for safety as well as a law violation. I definitely cannot ride it at night for obvious reasons. The bike has 7000 miles now with most of a 3 year/36000 mile warranty remaining.
2022 BMW R 18 questions
Does the 2022 BMW R 18 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2022 BMW R 18: Seal can let moisture overheat reverse gear unit, raising fire risk; Moisture can overheat reverse gear unit, risking fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW R 18?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (8), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 BMW R 18 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.