Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your 2013 BMW R 1200 GS motorcycle's transmission has a seal that keeps oil inside the transmission. It's possible that pressure inside the transmission can push this seal out of place.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seal gets pushed out of position, oil could leak onto the rear tire, which could cause a crash.
Free Fix
BMW will fix this for free by installing a bracket to keep the seal in place. They will notify you when it's time to bring your bike in, and you can also contact them at 1-800-525-7417 if you have any questions.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 R 1200 GS motorcycles manufactured November 2012 through August 2013. Pressure inside the transmission may cause the transmission output seal to be pushed out of place.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the output seal ring is pushed out of its proper position, oil may leak from the transmission onto the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will fit a bracket to prevent the transmission seal from being pushed out of position, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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