BMW R 18 B, R 18 Transcontinental: Exterior lighting — headlights

Affects BMW R 18 B, R 18 Transcontinental · 2021–2024 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

Insufficient illumination from the headlight can reduce visibility or cause a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the headlamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational