Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The brake light on your motorcycle is designed to stay steady when you hit the brakes hard. But in some 2020-2021 models, it might start flashing instead of staying steady, which could confuse other drivers.
Risk if Unfixed
If other drivers see your brake light flashing instead of steady, they might think you're signaling a turn or slowing down, rather than braking hard. This could lead to a crash, especially if they're following closely behind you.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software that controls your brake light, so it works as it should. This fix is free, 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 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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