BMW F 800 GS 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V279000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | F 800 GS | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-08-08 | 2013-06-28 | 2013-07-03 |
Production Dates: 2012-06-01 - 2012-10-18
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 870
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America "BMW" is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2012, through October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.
The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners and dealers will secure the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 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.
