BMW R1200 RT 2014: SUSPENSION

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V320000

Make Model Year
BMW R1200 RT 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-08-11 2014-06-12 2014-06-13

Production Dates: 2013-11-27 - 2014-05-05

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: SUSPENSION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 950

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment "ESA" rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.

Consequence

If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.