NHTSA Recall 14V211000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V211000; Date: Apr. 18, 2014
If the output seal ring is pushed out of its proper position, oil may leak from the transmission onto the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 BMW R 1200 Gs
Component: Power Train:manual Transmission
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 1,420
Recall Summary:
BMW of north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 r 1200 GS motorcycles manufactured November 2012 through August 2013. Pressure inside the transmission may cause the transmission output seal to be pushed out of place.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will fit a bracket to prevent the transmission seal from being pushed out of position, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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: Jun 17, 2014
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