BMW is Recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles

July 25, 2017 Motor Sports NewsWire Motorcycle, Powersports, Recall 1
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 25, 2017 – (Motor Sports Newswire) –

Fork Tube may Detach From Upper Triple Clamp

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.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V438000

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Components: SUSPENSION

Potential Number of Units Affected: 14,626

Make Model Model Year(s)
BMW R1200 GS 2014 – 2017
BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE 2014 – 2017

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.

Remedy: 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 is expected to begin September 1, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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