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NHTSA Recall 19V593000: Caliper (service brakes)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,938 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the BMW C 400 X.

5,938
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2020
owners notified (March 13)
NHTSA campaign19V593000
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER
Report receivedAugust 14, 2019
Owner notificationMarch 13, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 C 400 X, 2018-2020 G 310 GS, and 2017-2020 G 310 R scooters and motorcycles. The front and rear brake caliper pistons may corrode, possibly causing the piston to stick or drag in the caliper bore.

Safety risk

A sticking or dragging brake could affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 19V593000

Make and modelModel years
BMW C 400 X2019
BMW G310 GS2018, 2019, 2020
BMW G310R2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.