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Vehicle RecallReported May 14, 2026 (8 weeks ago)

2017 Bmw C Evolution

Recalled by BMW of North America, LLC

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BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicle safety recall

This is a vehicle safety recall issued through NHTSA. Safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge. You can check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

BMW of North America, LLC has issued a safety recall covering 2017 Bmw C Evolution, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall was reported on May 14, 2026 and affects approximately 116 vehicles. Vehicle safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the NHTSA record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers 2017 Bmw C Evolution, with approximately 116 vehicles affected. The company behind the recall is BMW of North America, LLC, based in Nationwide. The NHTSA describes the product as: “2017 Bmw C Evolution; 2018 Bmw C Evolution”

Why was 2017 Bmw C Evolution recalled?

According to the NHTSA, the stated reason for the recall is: “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. Corrosion on the electrical contacts….”

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought 2017 Bmw C Evolution, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (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 conv…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.

Check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN (the 17-character number on your dashboard or door jamb) at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If it is, contact your dealer — safety recall repairs are performed free of charge. You can also call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

About this recall

This recall was distributed in United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public NHTSA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the NHTSA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.

Full recall details

Status
Ongoing
Date reported
May 14, 2026
Recall started
May 14, 2026
Distributed in
Nationwide
What was recalled
2017 Bmw C Evolution; 2018 Bmw C Evolution
Why it was recalled (as stated by the NHTSA)
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. Corrosion on the electrical contacts may cause overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
How to identify the affected product
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 are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026.Show full text ▾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 are expected to be mailed July 6, 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.
Amount recalled
116 vehicles

What you can do

Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

Quick answers

Why was 2017 Bmw C Evolution recalled?+

According to the NHTSA: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C Evolution motorcycles.

How serious is this recall?+

Vehicle safety recall. This is a vehicle safety recall issued through NHTSA. Safety recall repairs are made by dealers free of charge. You can check whether your specific vehicle is included by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What should I do if I have 2017 Bmw C Evolution?+

Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

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View the official NHTSA record

Opens the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data for this recall.

Recall number: NHTSA-26V305000. Information last synced from the FDA on July 14, 2026.