Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20E013000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20E013000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting motorcycle accessory brake fluid reservoir covers, part numbers 8405-752, 8405-753, 8405-754 and 9829547 designed to fit certain 2019-2020 bmw r 1250 motorcycles, and part numbers 8404-098, 8405-100, 8405-102, and 1542056 designed to fit certain 2018-2020 bmw rnine t motorcycles Includes 49 affected units, Brake Fluid Cap Missing Information/FMVSS 122, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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motorcycle accessory brake fluid reservoir covers, part numbers 8405-752, 8405-753, 8405-754 and 9829547 designed to fit certain 2019-2020 bmw r 1250 motorcycles, and part numbers 8404-098, 8405-100, 8405-102, and 1542056 designed to fit certain 2018-2020 bmw rnine t motorcycles

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain motorcycle accessory brake fluid reservoir covers, part numbers 8405-752, 8405-753, 8405-754 and 9829547 designed to fit certain 2019-2020 bmw r 1250 motorcycles, and part numbers 8404-098, 8405-100, 8405-102, and 1542056 designed to fit certain 2018-2020 bmw rnine t motorcycles. the brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. as such, these caps fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 122, "motorcycle brake systems."

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. the recall began december 14, 2020. parts will be available in mid-september 2020 for the recall repairs. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20E013000
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2020-03-19T00:00:00
Subject: Brake fluid cap missing information/fmvss 122
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 49

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain motorcycle accessory brake fluid reservoir covers, part numbers 8405-752, 8405-753, 8405-754 and 9829547 designed to fit certain 2019-2020 bmw r 1250 motorcycles, and part numbers 8404-098, 8405-100, 8405-102, and 1542056 designed to fit certain 2018-2020 bmw rnine t motorcycles. the brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. as such, these caps fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 122, "motorcycle brake systems."
Consequence Summary: Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. the recall began december 14, 2020. parts will be available in mid-september 2020 for the recall repairs. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

Metadata

SID: row-bwai_9c6j-8di3
NHTSA ID: 20E013000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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