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NHTSA recall,

BMW C Evolution (2017-2018)

The DC/DC converter electrical connection may corrode, causing overheating and a fire risk.

Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice

What happened

BMW of North America, LLC 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. Corrosion on the electrical contacts may cause overheating, increasing the risk of a fire. The recall affects 116 vehicles nationwide.

The recall was reported to NHTSA on May 14, 2026. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 13, 2026. 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.

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What to do

If you own a vehicle in this recall:

  1. Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls. VINs are searchable from July 6, 2026.
  2. Dealers will replace the cable section with the ground cable lug with a repair cable kit, free of charge.
  3. 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. You may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
  4. Look for the owner letter. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 13, 2026.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

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.

Is your BMW affected?

These models and years may be affected.

  • C Evolution, model years 2017 to 2018

Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.

Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
Sold in
Nationwide
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Component
Electrical system defect
Campaign
26V305000
Vehicles affected
116
Repair cost
Free of charge
Owner letters mailed
Manufacturer phone
1-800-525-7417

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Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Listed on Recall Canary

  3. Summary updated

Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 2, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)