NHTSA Recall 14V320000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V320000; Date: Jun. 12, 2014
If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 BMW R1200 Rt
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 950
Recall Summary:
BMW of north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 r1200 rt motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to may 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a dynamic electronic suspension adjustment (esa) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the dynamic esa shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.
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: Aug 11, 2014
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