Vehicle recall 18V408000 · June 15, 2018
BMW G 310 R and G 310 GS
Over time, repeated use and loading of the side stand could cause damage to the side stand and the motorcycle's frame.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V408000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 15, 2018
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- September 21, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,376
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand; Structure › Frame and members
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW G 310 GS (2018): 2018
- BMW G 310 R (2017-2018): 2018, 2017
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