NHTSA Recall 26V305000: Connectors/plugs/receptacles (electrical system)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 116 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 BMW C Evolution.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V305000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES |
| Report received | May 14, 2026 |
| Owner notification | July 13, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V305000
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.