Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2018 BMW G310R, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Power train1
- Structure1
- Electrical system1
- Vehicle speed control1
- Exterior lighting1
- Service brakes1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Recalls in Canada
3 Transport Canada recalls for the 2018 BMW G310R.
| 2019405 13 Aug 2019 | Brakes Issue: Over time, the front and rear brake calipers on certain motorcycles could corrode. As a result, the brake piston to could stick inside its cylinder bor… |
| 2018331 15 Jun 2018 | Structure On certain motorcycles, the side stand connector and/or frame could break. If this occurs while the motorcycle is in motion, it could increase the risk of a cra… |
| 2017329 30 Jun 2017 | Lights And Instruments Certain motorcycles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CVMSS) 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The … |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
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.
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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What BMW told its dealers about the 2018 BMW G310R: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10249027 | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle discharged battery complaints. |
| 10214995 | In the clutch friction phase when driving off, the clutch makes squeaking noises. |
| 10200264 | Workshop installation guide "Installing heated grips" not yet available in AIR. Installation instructions have been modified due to updated wiring harness routing and arrangement. |
| 10165274 | Ticking noises from the cylinder hood. |
| 10165251 | Ticking noises from the cylinder hood. |
| 10136761 | There could be damage to wires going to and from the crankshaft sensor which potentially causes engine misfiring or stalling. |
| 10136753 | Changing of the drive chain set is presently prescribed at 12,000 mi. in the maintenance schedule for BMW Service for the K02 and K03 models. A change at this stage may not be required. Thus the maintenance work "Changing the chain set" will be replaced by the maintenance work "Checking and lubricating the chain drive" as in the case of other models with chain drive. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)