- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Corrosion on the electrical contacts may cause overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- 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 charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 13, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 6, 2026.
Vehicle safety record
2018 BMW C Evolution Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 BMW C Evolution have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2026 for the connectors / plugs / receptacles.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough C Evolution years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 BMW C Evolution recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2018 BMW C Evolution yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
BMW C Evolution: every year compared
All C Evolution years2018 BMW C Evolution vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 BMW C Evolution | 0 | 1 | - | |
| 2018 BMW 5 Series | 81 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 5 Series Phev | 81 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series GT | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series Phev | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 4 Series | 34 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 2 Series | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 2018 BMW C Evolution
Does the 2018 BMW C Evolution have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 BMW C Evolution: connectors / plugs / receptacles (May 2026). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2018 BMW C Evolution had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 2018 BMW C Evolution has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data