Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V438000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V438000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting 2014-2017 bmw r1200gs and bmw r1200gs adventure motorcycles Includes 14,626 affected units, Fork Tube may Detach From Upper Triple Clamp, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014-2017 bmw r1200gs and bmw r1200gs adventure motorcycles

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014-2017 bmw r1200gs and bmw r1200gs adventure motorcycles. the motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. a fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall began august 31, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V438000
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-07-10T00:00:00
Subject: Fork tube may detach from upper triple clamp
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 14,626

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014-2017 bmw r1200gs and bmw r1200gs adventure motorcycles. the motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
Consequence Summary: If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. a fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall began august 31, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 76.52

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NHTSA ID: 17V438000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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