2017 Bmw C Evolution | 2018 Bmw C Evolution — Electrical system: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles
Published May 15, 2026 · Recall initiated: May 14, 2026
Summary
NHTSA records recall 26V305000, published May 15, 2026 and initiated May 14, 2026. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2017 Bmw C Evolution | 2018 Bmw C Evolution — Electrical system: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- C EVOLUTION
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2017 BMW C EVOLUTION | 2018 BMW C EVOLUTION
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Bmw C Evolution | 2018 Bmw C Evolution — Electrical system: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 26V305000 on May 15, 2026. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this 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 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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: C EVOLUTION.