2013 BMW F800 GS MOTORCYCLE RECALL - #13V279000
RECALL FOR STRUCTURE : MOTORCYCLE : KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2012, through October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Motorcycle |
2013 BMW F800 GS |
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| Manufacturer |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
6/1/2012 - 10/18/2012 |
| Recalled on |
7/3/2013 |
| Influenced by |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
8/8/2013 |
| # Affected |
870 |
| Recalled for |
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND |
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| Description |
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2012, through October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down. |
| Consequences |
The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
BMW will notify owners and dealers will secure the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected]. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2013 BMW F800 GS Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2013 BMW F800 GS Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2013 BMW F800 GS Recall for STRUCTURE, MOTORCYCLE, KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
2013 BMW F800 GS Recall for EQUIPMENT
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