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🧸 Product DE FR June 12, 2026

Bmw — C evolution

Motorcycle.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Bmw — C evolution
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Fire
Category
Motor vehicles
Hazard
The connectors of the 12 V battery supplying the DC/DC converter are insufficiently sealed against splash water. This may allow water to penetrate the connectors and cause a short circuit and lead to a fire.
Origin
Germany

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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Recall in effect
A consumer product has been flagged as dangerous in DE, FR.
📈 Timeline
5 days active so far
June 13, 2026 June 17, 2026

What is this? This is a warning about some BMW C evolution electric scooters. The 12-volt battery that powers parts of the bike may not be sealed well.

What's happening? Water can get into the battery connections. This could cause a short circuit and start a fire.

Does this affect me? If you own or use one of these scooters in Germany or France, you may be at risk.

What should I do? Stop riding the scooter and contact a BMW dealer or your local mechanic right away. Ask your mechanic or BMW for advice before using it again.

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Brand(s) / product name(s)
Bmw
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The connectors of the 12 V battery supplying the DC/DC converter are insufficiently sealed against splash water. This may allow water to penetrate the connectors and cause a short circuit and lead to a fire. · Origin: Germany

First published
June 12, 2026
Last refreshed by us
9 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099156

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What is this product recall alert about?
Bmw — C evolution. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The connectors of the 12 V battery supplying the DC/DC converter are insufficiently sealed against splash water. This may allow water to penetrate the connectors and cause a short circuit and lead to a fir...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 12, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Germany and France.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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