repaired · 2021 Q2
Disc: caliper
Risk. A sticking or dragging brake could affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 BMW G310rProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2018 BMW G310r, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-408 the manufacturer reports only 63% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 1, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 BMW G310r has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Engine
1Power train1 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes
1Structure
1Electrical system
1Vehicle speed control
1Exterior lighting
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2018 BMW G310r recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Structure: frame and members
Risk. 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.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other G310r year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the G310r median. How we score
'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What G310r owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The shift shaft torsion spring found within the transmission broke, which made gear shifting difficult or even impossible for me. This presents an important safety hazard as it place the me in a dangerous situation I found myself unable to change gears altogether—definitely In While trying to…
Faulty transmission torsion spring. My shift shaft torsion spring found within the transmission broke, which made the gear shifting difficult and even impossible. BMW Engineers without looking at the transmission denied the warranty issue. My motorcycle has been in the dealership service department…
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