NHTSA Recall 13V154000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V154000; Date: Apr. 22, 2013
If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 BMW R1200 Gs
Component: Suspension:front
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 15
Recall Summary:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 r1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. 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: Apr 22, 2013
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