BMW ACCESSORY LUGGAGE RACK 9999: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13E030000

Make Model Year
BMW ACCESSORY LUGGAGE RACK NO YEAR
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-07-19 2013-05-24 2013-05-28

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 195

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMWNA" is recalling dealer installed accessory luggage racks "part number 8 527 038" that can be equipped to 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooters. During riding, the attachment bolts of the luggage rack could loosen.

Consequence

If the attachment bolts loosen, the luggage rack could separate from the scooter and become a road hazard for drivers of other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMWNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the luggage rack free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations"bmwusa.com.

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.