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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V154000

2013 Bmw R1200 Gs — Suspension: front

Published April 23, 2013 · Recall initiated: April 22, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V154000, published April 23, 2013 and initiated April 22, 2013. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2013 Bmw R1200 Gs — Suspension: front.

What's the hazard

BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.

What to do

BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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Recall details

Brand
BMW
Model
R1200 GS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Lot
2013 BMW R1200 GS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Bmw R1200 Gs — Suspension: front recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V154000 on April 23, 2013. Reported hazard: BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.

What should I do if I have this product?

BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: R1200 GS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)