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2008 BMW K 1200 R

2 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #13V617000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The fuel pump flange in your motorcycle is a critical connection that keeps fuel inside the tank. Over time, it could crack and leak fuel from your motorcycle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump flange cracks and leaks, it could spill fuel onto a hot engine or exhaust component, causing a fire that could spread quickly and put you at risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect and either reinforce or replace the fuel pump flange, at no cost to you. They'll make sure your motorcycle is safe to ride again, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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High Priority #15V141000 Plain English
Component

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your motorcycle's rear wheel is held in place by bolts that attach to a metal flange. In some 2005-2011 BMW models, this flange can crack if the bolts are over-tightened.
Risk if Unfixed
If the flange cracks, the bolts could come loose, making it hard to control your motorcycle. The rear wheel may not stay attached, which could cause a loss of stability and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will swap out the aluminum flange for a stronger steel one, free of charge. Schedule the repair when you get the recall notice, and it'll be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 R1200GS and R1200RT, 2006-2010 R1200GS Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200R, 2007 R1200S and K1200R Sport, 2005-2007 R1200ST, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2 Sport, 2005-2008 K1200S, 2006-2008 K1200R, K1200GT, 2009-2011 K1300S, 2010-2011 K1300R, and 2009-2010 K1300GT motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are over tightened.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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WHEELS
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Other BMW K 1200 R Years

2007
2 recalls
2006
2 recalls

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