The 2018 BMW G310r has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 8,314 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Recall campaigns
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC19V5930002019-08-145,938 affected
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.
Consequence
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.
STRUCTURE18V4080002018-06-152,376 affected
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 BMW G310R and 2018 BMW G310GS motorcycles. Over time, repeated use and loading of the side stand could cause damage to the side stand and the motorcycle's frame.
Consequence
Damage to the side stand and/or frame may result in the motorcycle unexpectedly falling over while it is stationary, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frame, installing a reinforcement plate and new side stand, or the frame will be replaced if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Complaints by component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1
POWER TRAIN
1
1crashes
SERVICE BRAKES
1
STRUCTURE:BODY
1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1
Total complaints6
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“2018 bmw g310r. Consumer writes in regards to brake caliper safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was taking to a dealer who failed to complete the recall in a timely manner. *js”
“Speedometer stopped functioning while vehicle was vehicle was in motion.”
“Speedometer stopped functioning while vehicle was vehicle was in motion.”
“The vehicle was stationary, parked on level and dry asphalt, was started and left running in neutral for about 30 seconds. While parked and unattended, the vehicle made a strange sound, possibly indicating the vehicle shifted into a forward-moving gear, or the kick stand failed, and the vehicle…”
“Tl* the contact owns a 2018 bmw g310r. Upon inspection of the motorcycle, the contact found that the vehicle was missing the hazard lights. The motorcycle was taken to san jose bmw motorcycles (located at 1990 w san carlos st, san jose, ca); however, the technician stated that the vehicle was…”
“I am a new bmw motorrad customer as of 6-9-18. I bought a brand new 2018 bmw motorcycle to be used as a means of transportation and to travel on a ramp on the back of our motorhome. I selected the bmw g310r and purchased it. After a week with the motorcycle and about 50 miles on it there became an…”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL,
FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2018 BMW G310r as of
July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page
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