NHTSA Recall 04V236000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V236000; Date: May. 19, 2004
The flange could become brittle, crack, and allow fuel to escape from the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 BMW F650 Cs; 2004 BMW F650 Cs
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 1,560
Recall Summary:
On certain motorcycles, the plastic fuel pump flange could come into contact with a sufficient amount of acid or chemical compounds containing acidic elements, such as battery acid or certain cleaning products.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install an acid-resistant cap over the fuel pump flange. The recall began June 10, 2004. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 10, 2004
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