2014 BMW R 1200 RT MOTORCYCLE RECALL - #14V320000
RECALL FOR SUSPENSION
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Motorcycle |
2014 BMW R 1200 RT |
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| Manufacturer |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
11/27/2013 - 5/5/2014 |
| Recalled on |
6/13/2014 |
| Influenced by |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
8/11/2014 |
| # Affected |
950 |
| Recalled for |
SUSPENSION |
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| Description |
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability. |
| Consequences |
If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. |
| Corrective action |
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied. |
| 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 |
2014 BMW R 1200 RT Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, FUEL PUMP
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View All BMW R 1200 RT Recalls |
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