NHTSA Recall 12V585000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V585000; Date: Dec. 14, 2012
A separation of the side-stand could cause the motorcycle to fall, causing a risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 BMW S 1000 Rr; 2013 BMW S 1000 Rr
Component: Structure:motorcycle Kickstand/center Stand
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 2,385
Recall Summary:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 s 1000 rr motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012. Due to a manufacturing fault, the side-stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side-stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame of the motorcycle.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will clean the sidestand mounting plate threads and replace the side-stand mounting plate bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at customerrelations@bmwusa. Com.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 29, 2013
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