NHTSA Recall 91V107000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V107000; Date: Jun. 18, 1991
Recalled Vehicles:
1988 BMW R100rs; 1988 BMW R100rt; 1987 BMW R80rt
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 1,122
Recall Summary:
Front brake hydraulic line may contact and rub against fuel tank or speedometer cable resulting in scuffing and subsequent wearing on brake lines outer surface which could cause a hydraulic fluid leak. Consequence of defect: hydraulic fluid leak due to the damaged lines impairs brake performance.
How to Fix:
A spiral hose to protect the brake line from contact will be installed, as well as a hose clamp and support, so brake line will not change.
Recall Notes:
System: brake lines. Vehicle description: large motorcycles.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 12, 1991
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