NHTSA Recall 92V081000
NHTSA Campaign Id 92V081000; Date: Jun. 5, 1992
The front brake pads can separate partially or completelyfrom the corroded backing plate, resulting in decreased stopping ability and apossible vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1990 BMW K1; 1991 BMW K1; 1992 BMW K1; 1990 BMW K100; 1991 BMW K100; 1992 BMW K100; 1992 BMW K1199; 1992 BMW R100
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:pads
Manufactured by: Bayerische Motoren Werke
Affected Units:: 2,486
Recall Summary:
The bonding technique used between the pad and the backing plate can result in a porous joint layer which water and salt can penetrate, resulting in corrosion of the backing plate.
How to Fix:
Replace the front brake pads with new pads utilizing a different bonding method which ensures a non-porous joint layer to prevent water and salt penetration of the backing plate.
Recall Notes:
System: brake pads. Vehicle description: motorcycles.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 13, 1992
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