BMW ACCESSORY LUGGAGE RACK 9999: EQUIPMENT
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
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.
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.
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.
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.