NHTSA recalls & complaints · 2017–2018

BMW C Evolution recalls and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the BMW C Evolution, covering model years 2017 to 2018, and no owner complaints filed under this model name.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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See the model year, plant and build details of one vehicle, then the recalls for its exact year.

2 recall campaigns on file
2 model years with data (2017–2018)

latest recall 26V305000 (reported May 14, 2026)

BMW C Evolution recalls

2 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name C Evolution, newest first. The 2 campaigns cover model years 2017 to 2018. The 2017 model year appears in the most campaigns (2).

2 recall campaigns

BMW C Evolution recall campaigns covering each model year
2017: 2 campaigns	2018: 1 campaign

Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

NHTSA campaign 26V305000
Reported May 14, 2026
Electrical System › Wiring › Connectors/Plugs/Receptacles
Model years 2017–2018
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.
Consequence:
Corrosion on the electrical contacts may cause overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy:
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.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC
NHTSA campaign 17V467000
Reported Jul 21, 2017
Wheels › Rim
Model year 2017
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 BMW C650 GT and BMW C Evolution scooters for failing to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and rims-other than passenger cars." The front rims may not be marked with the required rim type and the DOT designation.
Consequence:
Since the rim is not marked with the rim size and the DOT designation, a tire of the incorrect size may be installed on this rim, affecting the handling of the scoter and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace any rims that are not correctly marked, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 26, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

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How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means

What each recall field means
Field	What it tells you
Campaign number	NHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
Component	The system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
Summary	What the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
Consequence	The safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
Remedy	What the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.

Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

BMW C Evolution questions

3 questions

How many recalls does the BMW C Evolution have?

NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recall campaigns for the BMW C Evolution, covering model years 2017 to 2018. The most recent, 26V305000, was reported on May 14, 2026 and is filed under “Electrical system”. The 2017 model year is covered by the most campaigns (2).

Which BMW C Evolution model years do the recalls cover?

The 2 campaigns cover model years 2017 to 2018. The 2017 model year appears in the most campaigns (2). NHTSA has no owner complaints filed under the model name C Evolution, so this page has no complaint statistics.

Does every recall on this page apply to my BMW C Evolution?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a BMW dealer.

8 models · most complaints first

The BMW models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the BMW VIN decoder with every BMW model page, WMI code and VIN note.

BMW X5 1999–2026 · 103 recalls · 3,138 complaints
BMW 328i 1996–2016 · 27 recalls · 2,576 complaints
BMW X3 2004–2026 · 60 recalls · 1,989 complaints
BMW 325i 1995–2012 · 20 recalls · 1,281 complaints
BMW Z4 2002–2023 · 28 recalls · 1,280 complaints
BMW 3 Series 1995–2023 · 8 recalls · 841 complaints
BMW 528i 1997–2016 · 14 recalls · 831 complaints
BMW 330i 1999–2026 · 38 recalls · 813 complaints

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.