Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V320000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V320000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2014 r1200 rt motorcycles manufactured november 27, 2013, to may 5, 2014 Includes 950 affected units, Rear Shock Absorber may Break, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2014 r1200 rt motorcycles manufactured november 27, 2013, to may 5, 2014
Defect Summary
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.
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.