2016 BMW F800 R MOTORCYCLE RECALL - #17V591000
RECALL FOR EQUIPMENT
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2016 F800 GT and 2015-2016 F800 R motorcycles. The rear side reflex reflectors on these vehicles may not be properly visible in certain traffic conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Motorcycle |
2016 BMW F800 R |
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| Manufacturer |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
10/10/2014 - 3/15/2016 |
| Recalled on |
9/26/2017 |
| Influenced by |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
11/21/2017 |
| # Affected |
1,478 |
| Recalled for |
EQUIPMENT |
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| Description |
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2016 F800 GT and 2015-2016 F800 R motorcycles. The rear side reflex reflectors on these vehicles may not be properly visible in certain traffic conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." |
| Consequences |
Obscured reflectors may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the license plate holder to reposition the rear side reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 13, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| 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 |
2016 BMW F800 R Recall for EQUIPMENT
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View All BMW F800 R Recalls |
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