BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2024 BMW R 18, R 18B, and R 18 Transcontinental motorcycles. The headlight low beam attachment points may break, shifting the reflector out of position, and resulting in insufficient illumination. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
BMW of North America – Insufficient Illumination from Low Beams/FMVSS 108
| Report Received Date | 12/22/2023 |
| NHTSA ID | 23V884000 |
| Consequence Summary | Insufficient illumination from the headlight can reduce visibility or cause a glare for oncoming trafficeasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 2369 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V884000) |
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