Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your motorcycle's brake light is a critical warning light that tells other drivers you're stopping. In certain 2020 BMW models, this light may not stay steady when you slam on the brakes, and instead flash erratically.
Risk if Unfixed
A flashing brake light can confuse other drivers on the road, making it harder for them to know when you're really stopping. This increases the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your motorcycle's brake light system, so it works correctly and stays steady when you brake. This repair is completely free.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 F900R, F900XR, S1000RR, F750GS, F850GS, F850GS Adventure, R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, R1250RS, R1250R, RnineT, RnineT Pure and RnineT Scrambler and 2019-2020 S1000R motorcycles. The brake light may flash instead of remain steady during emergency braking. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A flashing brake light can cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owner, and dealers will reprogram the emergency stop signal function, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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