BMW F 800 ST 2009: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V549000
Make | Model | Year |
---|---|---|
BMW | F 800 ST | 2009 |
Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
2014-01-10 | 2013-11-01 | 2013-11-13 |
Production Dates: 2006-08-01 - 2009-01-31
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: WHEELS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2608
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. 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.