NHTSA Campaign Id 77V094000; Date: Jun. 17, 1977
1977 BMW R100; 1977 BMW R1005; 1977 BMW R1007; 1977 BMW R100R5; 1977 BMW R607; 1977 BMW R757
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 1,835
The filler caps which have relief pressure valves incorporated may allow pressure build-up in the gas tank. This pressure may be greater than the closing pressure of the float valve in the carburetor, which could cause overflooding.
Dealer will modify the gas cap to prevent pressure build-up, at no cost to the owner.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: fuel; filler caps. Consequences of defect: gas overflow, in the presence of an ignition source,could result in a fire, vehicle damage, and serious personal injury. Note: owner should refer to page 15 of the rider"s manual concerning filling ofthe gas tank. The tank should be kept at a level 1/4 to 1/2 inch below thefiller neck when refueling.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 1, 1901
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