The fuel pump in your motorcycle's fuel system is the part that delivers gasoline to your engine. In certain models, the pump may crack and leak fuel while the engine is running, if you had a previous repair that didn't replace the pump.
Risk if Unfixed
If a fuel leak happens while you're riding, it could ignite and cause a fire, which could lead to serious injury or damage.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will swap out the faulty fuel pump for a more reliable version, free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The fuel pump flange in your motorcycle is a critical part that connects your fuel pump to the tank. Over time, it could crack and start leaking fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the flange cracks, you could be driving on a road with no warning, and fuel could spill out, causing a fire when it meets an ignition source, like a spark from the ignition or a hot exhaust pipe.
Free Fix
You'll get a notice from BMW, and your authorized dealer will either reinforce the flange or replace the fuel pump at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you receive the notice to ensure your safety on the road.
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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.
The bolts that hold your motorcycle's rear wheel in place could be over-tightened, causing the aluminum flange to crack.
Risk if Unfixed
If the flange cracks, the bolts could come loose, and your rear wheel might not stay attached. This could make your motorcycle unstable and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will swap out the aluminum flange for a stronger steel one, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice.
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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.
