Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rear suspension on your motorcycle has a small metal arm called the deflection lever. It helps control how your bike handles on the road. There's a tiny bolt that holds this lever in place, and on some 2016-2017 models, it might come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt comes loose, it could affect how your motorcycle handles, making it harder to steer and control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will tighten the bolt and replace it with a new one to ensure it stays secure, all for free. You should schedule this repair when you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured June 8, 2016, to November 16, 2016, and 2017 S 1000 R motorcycles manufactured on October 12, 2016. One of the bolts on the rear suspension deflection lever may loosen and adversely affect the handling of the motorcycle.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt loosens and affects the motorcycle's handling, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts and tighten them to the proper specifications, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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