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2017–2018 BMW C Evolution recall: Electrical system: wiring, connectors/plugs/receptacles

NHTSA campaign 26V-305 · May 14, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
26V305000
Reported
May 14, 2026
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Part
Electrical system: wiring, connectors/plugs/receptacles
Vehicles affected
About 116

What is wrong

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.

Safety 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.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

BMW C Evolution (2017, 2018). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Corrosion on the electrical contacts may cause overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.

What is 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.…

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