2007 BMW K1200 S MOTORCYCLE RECALL - #12V487000
RECALL FOR SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP Limited Edition) motorcycles to the recall campaign, representing an additional 421 units. The total number of motorcycles being recalled is now 2,483. In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Motorcycle |
2007 BMW K1200 S |
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| Manufacturer |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
9/1/2006 - 8/31/2008 |
| Recalled on |
10/5/2012 |
| Influenced by |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
12/19/2012 |
| # Affected |
2,483 |
| Recalled for |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
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| Description |
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP Limited Edition) motorcycles to the recall campaign, representing an additional 421 units. The total number of motorcycles being recalled is now 2,483. In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam. |
| Consequences |
Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash. |
| Corrective action |
The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected]. |
| Notes |
This recall is an expansion of safety recall 09V-202.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2007 BMW K1200 S Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2007 BMW K1200 S Recall for STEERING
2007 BMW K1200 S Recall for SUSPENSION, REAR
2007 BMW K1200 S Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, FUEL PUMP
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