Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12V487000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V487000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2007-2008 k1200 s, k1200 r, and k1200 r sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 k1300 s motorcycles Includes 2,483 affected units, Reduction of Front Brake System Performance, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2007-2008 k1200 s, k1200 r, and k1200 r sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 k1300 s motorcycles
Defect Summary
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.
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 customerrelations@bmwusa.com.