NHTSA Recall 17V438000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V438000; Date: Jul. 10, 2017
If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 BMW R1200 Gs; 2015 BMW R1200 Gs; 2016 BMW R1200 Gs; 2017 BMW R1200 Gs; 2014 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure; 2015 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure; 2016 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure; 2017 BMW R1200 Gs Adventure
Component: Suspension:front
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 14,626
Recall Summary:
BMW of north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW r1200gs and BMW r1200gs adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. 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: Aug 31, 2017
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