Bmw Motorrad K17 recall: C Evolution wiring harness repair
- What's wrong
- Due to an insufficiently sealed cable shoe moisture can rise within the cable and in unfavourable cases reach the 12 V connector to the DC/DC converter. This can lead to corrosion on the electrical contacts and as a result to increased contact resistance. The increased…
- What to do
- Contact a Bmw Motorrad dealer to book the free repair. A repair wiring harness with be installed on the motorcycle
What’s wrong
Due to an insufficiently sealed cable shoe moisture can rise within the cable and in unfavourable cases reach the 12 V connector to the DC/DC converter. This can lead to corrosion on the electrical contacts and as a result to increased contact resistance. The increased electrical resistance can cause the connector to heat up. In rare individual cases the heat generated may affect adjacent components.
The fix
A repair wiring harness with be installed on the motorcycle
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| K17 | 25 Mar 2014 | 26 Aug 2020 | 130 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 13 July 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.