Motorcycle Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 07, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01648/26
Date of Entry: 27/05/2026

1. Recall Summary
A recall has been issued for specific BMW C evolution motorcycles. The recall was initiated by the manufacturer in Germany. The issue concerns the 12 V battery connectors supplying the DC/DC converter, which are insufficiently sealed against splash water. This condition may allow water to penetrate the connectors, potentially causing a short circuit and leading to a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles.

2. Affected Products
– Product Type: Motorcycle
– Brand: BMW
– Model Name: C evolution
– Model/Type Numbers: e1*2002/24*0627* (C1EV), e1*168/2013*00041* (3CEV), e1*168/2013*00042* (3CEV)
– Production Dates: 25.03.2014 – 26.08.2020
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: Germany
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Case Number: SR/01648/26
– Company Recall Code: 0000612800

3. Hazard Information
– Risk Type: Fire
– Hazard Description: The connectors of the 12 V battery supplying the DC/DC converter are insufficiently sealed against splash water. This may allow water to penetrate the connectors and cause a short circuit, which could lead to a fire.
– Regulatory Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles.
– Risk Level: Serious risk

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers who own an affected BMW C evolution motorcycle should follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. The official measure is a recall of the product from end users. Consumers should contact an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer or service partner to have the vehicle inspected and repaired. The date of entry into force for the measure is 27/05/2026.

5. Official Remedy
The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. The category of measure is a recall of the product from end users. The specific remedy involves having the insufficiently sealed connectors on the 12 V battery addressed by an authorized service center to prevent water ingress and potential short circuits. Details regarding whether the remedy is a repair, replacement, or refund are not specified in the recall notice beyond the recall action itself.

6. Contact Information
– Manufacturer: BMW (Germany)
– Recall Reference: SR/01648/26
– Company Recall Code: 0000612800
– EU Safety Gate Alert Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099156
– Image of Product: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011271
– Consumer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer or service partner for further instructions and to schedule the required recall work.

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