Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #02V140000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V140000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 522 affected units, BMW MOTORCYCLE/REAR BRAKE CALIPER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the screws that attach the rear brake caliper to the rear swing arm were not tightened correctly during assembly. the screws could loosen during vehicle operation and eventually fall-out, allowing the rear caliper to separate from its mount.

Corrective Action

Dealers will check the torque of the rear brake caliper attachment screws and retighten them to the proper value if necessary. owner notification began july 15, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V140000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2002-05-20T00:00:00

Subject: Bmw motorcycle/rear brake caliper

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 522

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain motorcycles, the screws that attach the rear brake caliper to the rear swing arm were not tightened correctly during assembly. the screws could loosen during vehicle operation and eventually fall-out, allowing the rear caliper to separate from its mount.

Consequence Summary: If the caliper becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the swing arm, it could disconnect from the brake line, resulting in a loss of rear braking capability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will check the torque of the rear brake caliper attachment screws and retighten them to the proper value if necessary. owner notification began july 15, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-p4dr_hruw.hj4k

NHTSA ID: 02V140000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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