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2009 BMW R 1200 R FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE issues.

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Safety Recalls

Critical #20V471000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
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 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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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