NHTSA Recall 15V738000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V738000; Date: Nov. 6, 2015
If the front brake hose cracks it would leak brake fluid, reducing braking performance, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. However, the rear brake remains fully operational.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-scooter; 2014 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-scooter; 2015 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-scooter; 2013 BMW C650 Gt Maxi-scooter; 2014 BMW C650 Gt Maxi-scooter; 2015 BMW C650 Gt Maxi-scooter
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 1,953
Recall Summary:
BMW of north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 c 600 sport scooters manufactured August 2, 2012, to March 31, 2014, and c 650 gt scooters manufactured July 30, 2012, to may 29, 2015. The front brake hoses on the affected scooters may kink and crack after turning the handlebars to the full left position repeatedly.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hose with one that has a more flexible hose covering, free of charge. Parts are not currently available to remedy the scooters, but owners were mailed an interim notification on December 28, 2015. A second notice will be sent when remedy parts are available. 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: Mar 14, 2016
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