NHTSA Recall 08V241000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V241000; Date: Jun. 2, 2008
If this occurred, it is possible that a leak could develop in the tank. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 BMW F 800 St; 2007 BMW F800 S; 2008 BMW F800 S; 2007 BMW F800 St
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 1,980
Recall Summary:
BMW is recalling 1,980 my 2007-2008 f800 s and f800 st motorcycles. Due to the routing of the fuel tank breather hose, pressure equalization inside the fuel tank is possible only to a limited extent. Consequently, at high ambient temperatures, the fuel tank can deform. If this happened at the point where the fuel tank is shaped to provide clearance for the rear wheel, then, in combination with a large payload, the bottom of the tank could rub against the rear wheel.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reroute the fuel tank breather hose. The recall began during August 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-331-1117.
Recall Notes:
Customers may 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 1, 2008
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