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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V438000

2017 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2014 Bmw R 1200 Gs Adventure | 2017 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2016 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2016 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2015 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2014 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2015 Bmw R1200 Gs — Suspension: front

Published July 13, 2017 · Recall initiated: July 10, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V438000, published July 13, 2017 and initiated July 10, 2017. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2017 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2014 Bmw R 1200 Gs Adventure | 2017 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2016 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2016 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2015 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2014 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2015 Bmw R1200 Gs — Suspension: front.

What's the hazard

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Recall details

Brand
BMW
Model
R1200 GS ADVENTURE
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Lot
2017 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE | 2014 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE | 2017 BMW R1200 GS | 2016 BMW R1200 GS | 2016 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE | 2015 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE | 2014 BMW R1200 GS | 2015 BMW R1200 GS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2014 Bmw R 1200 Gs Adventure | 2017 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2016 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2016 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2015 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure | 2014 Bmw R1200 Gs | 2015 Bmw R1200 Gs — Suspension: front recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V438000 on July 13, 2017. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.

What should I do if I have this product?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)