Bmw recall: Suspension
What is wrong
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 motorcycles. The bearings could be subject to corrosion. This could lead to reduced movement of the link lever.
What could happen
This could affect the handling of the motorcycle increasing the risk a driver may lose control of the vehicle resulting in a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicles covered
- Bmw K1200 Gt 2005–2008
- Bmw K1200 R 2005–2008
- Bmw K1200 S 2005–2008
- Bmw K1300 Gt 2009–2011
- Bmw K1300 R 2009–2011
- Bmw K1300 S 2009–2011
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 10V488000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- BMW Of North America, LLC
- Reported to NHTSA
- Oct 8, 2010
- Owners notified
- Mar 30, 2011
- Vehicles or items affected
- 11,826
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- May 1, 2004 to Aug 31, 2008
- Part
- Suspension › Rear
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Bmw recall: Fuel system, gasoline Aug 10, 2020
- Bmw recall: Service brakes, hydraulic Oct 5, 2012
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.