Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The brake light on your motorcycle is the light that alerts other drivers when you're stopping hard. In some 2020 and 2019 models, this light might flash instead of staying steady when you slam on the brakes.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake light flashes instead of staying steady, other drivers might think you're slowing down normally, not stopping hard. This could lead to a collision because they might not realize you're braking hard.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the brake light system to make sure it works correctly when you brake hard – and this repair is completely free. You'll get a notification from BMW with instructions on how to schedule the update.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 F900R, F900XR, S1000RR, F750GS, F850GS, F850GS Adventure, R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, R1250RS, R1250R, RnineT, RnineT Pure and RnineT Scrambler and 2019-2020 S1000R motorcycles. The brake light may flash instead of remain steady during emergency braking. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A flashing brake light can cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owner, and dealers will reprogram the emergency stop signal function, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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