Bmw recall: Structure
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
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.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Bmw G310 Gs 2018
- Bmw G310R 2017–2018
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18V408000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- BMW Of North America, LLC
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jun 15, 2018
- Owners notified
- Sep 21, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 2,376
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Nov 3, 2017 to May 19, 2018
- Part
- Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand; Structure › Frame and members
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Bmw recall: Service brakes, hydraulic Aug 14, 2019
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.