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2022 BMW R 18

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

2

2 current

Combined

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Fuel, a year

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Not rated by NRCan

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2024561

26 September 2024

Transport Canada lists: R 18 2020–2024

What is wrong

On certain motorcycles, the reverser control unit may not have been sealed properly. As a result, water could enter the control unit and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the control unit could short circuit. Note: This problem could cause the reverse function not to work.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

BMW Motorrad will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the reverser control unit relay and related parts.

935 vehicles affected in CanadaMotorcycleSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2023701

22 December 2023

Transport Canada lists: R 18 2022–2024

What is wrong

On certain motorcycles, the mounting point for the low beam reflector(s) inside the headlamp housing could become damaged and break. If this happens, the reflector(s) could fall out of position and cause the low beam not to be aimed properly.

Why it matters

A headlamp that is out of position cause reduced visibility and/or glare for oncoming drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW Motorrad will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

354 vehicles affected in CanadaMotorcycleCompliance Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 2022 BMW R 18 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 2 recalls on record for the 2022 BMW R 18. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.