2013 BMW R1200 GS MOTORCYCLE RECALL - #13V154000
RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : FRONT
BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Motorcycle |
2013 BMW R1200 GS |
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| Manufacturer |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/9/2013 - 2/8/2013 |
| Recalled on |
4/23/2013 |
| Influenced by |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
4/22/2013 |
| # Affected |
15 |
| Recalled for |
SUSPENSION:FRONT |
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| Description |
BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen. |
| Consequences |
If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. 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 R1200 GS Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2013 BMW R1200 GS Recall for STRUCTURE, MOTORCYCLE, KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
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View All BMW R1200 GS Recalls |
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