The fuel pump in your motorcycle is a crucial part that supplies gasoline to the engine. In some affected models, this pump can crack, causing a potential fuel leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump cracks, it could leak gasoline, and if there's an ignition source nearby, it could catch fire - a serious risk to your safety.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel pump with a more reliable one, at no cost to you, as part of a free repair. Schedule the fix as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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 part that connects the fuel pump to the tank. Over time, it can crack and start leaking gasoline.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump flange leaks and you're near an ignition source, like an open flame or spark, it could ignite the fuel and cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the fuel pump flange and either reinforce it or replace it with a new one, free of charge. Just schedule the repair when you get the recall notice.
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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 brake lines in your motorcycle are like the hoses that carry brake fluid to the front brakes. In some 2007-2009 R 1200 and K 1200 models, these lines might be under strain due to the way they're routed, which could cause them to split and leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If you don't notice a leak and the brake fluid reservoir runs empty, your front brakes could fail completely, making it harder to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the brake lines with new ones that have a protective sleeve to prevent leaks, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2009 R 1200 AND K 1200 SERIES MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 2006 THROUGH MAY 2009. DUE TO THE CURRENT ROUTING OF THE FRONT BRAKE LINES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT DURING RIDING, AND THEREFORE ASSOCIATED VIBRATION. THE BRAKE LINES COULD BE UNDER STRAIN. IF THE VIBRATION/STRAIN IS SIGNIFICANT, THE BRAKE LINE COULD SPLIT AND START TO DEVELOP A LEAK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS GOES UNNOTICED, AND THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR RUNS EMPTY, THE FRONT BRAKES COULD FAIL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW BRAKE LINES, CONTAINING A "SLEEVE" ALONG A PORTION OF THE LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
The wheel lugs on your motorcycle connect the wheel to the bike. In certain models, if these lugs are over-tightened, the flange that holds them in place can crack.
Risk if Unfixed
If the flange cracks, the wheel bolts could loosen, and your rear wheel might come loose while you're riding. This could make it hard to control your bike 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. This repair is on the house, and you should schedule it as soon as you get 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.
