NHTSA vehicle safety data

2018 BMW G310 GS Recalls & Complaints

The 2018 BMW G310 GS has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized BMW dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 BMW G310 GS. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2018 BMW G310 GS owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 BMW G310 GS, describing incidents dated August 17, 2018 to September 25, 2022.

Most-cited components

Electrical System 1 complaint
Structure 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11486312 · Filed September 25, 2022
Operating vehicle at 35 mph battery light flashing and motorcycle died. The battery was replaced a week before.I tried to restart and the instrument panel wouldn't show anything. I bike didn't restart. I checked battery cables everything tight.
ODI #11120721 · Filed August 17, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 BMW G310 GS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V408000 (STRUCTURE); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. FREEDOM POWERSPORTS…

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Brake Calipers May Corrode

NHTSA #19V593000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported August 14, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 5,938 vehicles

Repair completion: 66.35% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified March 13, 2020 · Vehicles built November 3, 2017 – August 7, 2019 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A sticking or dragging brake could affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. 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.

Side Stand or Frame Damage

NHTSA #18V408000 · Structure — Motorcycle — Kickstand/Center Stand · NHTSA notice

Reported June 15, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC

Potentially affected: 2,376 vehicles

Repair completion: 63.13% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified September 21, 2018 · Vehicles built November 3, 2017 – May 19, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2018 BMW G310 GS. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

2 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW G310 GS.

Electrical System

ODI #11486312

Incident: September 25, 2022 · Filed: September 25, 2022

Operating vehicle at 35 mph battery light flashing and motorcycle died. The battery was replaced a week before.I tried to restart and the instrument panel wouldn't show anything. I bike didn't restart. I checked battery cables everything tight.

Structure

ODI #11120721

Incident: August 17, 2018 · Filed: August 17, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 BMW G310 GS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V408000 (STRUCTURE); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. FREEDOM POWERSPORTS HUNTSVILLE (12401 MEMORIAL PKWY SW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35803, (256) 829-5507) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. *DT CONSUMER STATED THE KICKSTAND FAILED AND BROKE OFF THE MOTORCYCLE WHEN DISMOUNTING. KICKSTAND SAFETY FEATURE PREVENTS OPERATION OF VEHICLE WHILE STAND IS DISCONNECTED. MOTORCYCLE IS UN-USEABLE. STAND BROKE ON AUGUST 18, 2018. UPDATED 10/26/18*JB

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