Component
POWER TRAIN
Manufacturer
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
What Happened
The drive chain in your F650 GS or F 800 GS motorcycle connects the engine to the rear wheel. It's like a long, flexible rod that helps your bike move. Unfortunately, some of these chains weren't made to the right standards.
Risk if Unfixed
If the drive chain breaks, it could get stuck between the rear wheel and the frame. This might cause the rear wheel to lock up, making it harder to control the bike and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the drive chain and sprockets with new, reliable parts – at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 F650 GS AND F 800 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 27, 2007 THROUGH MARCH 30, 2009. THE DRIVE CHAINS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, OVER TIME THE DRIVE CHAIN COULD BREAK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE BROKEN CHAIN BECOMES TRAPPED BETWEEN THE REAR WHEEL AND THE FRAME, THE REAR WHEEL COULD LOCK UP, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVE CHAIN AND SPROCKETS ON THE AFFECTED MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
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