BMW F800 ST 2007: WHEELS

Make : BMW Model : F800 ST Year : 2007
Build Dates : 2006-08-01 - 2009-01-31
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 13V549000
Date Owner's Notified: 2014-01-10 Date Received by ODI: 2013-11-01 Date Added to Database: 2013-11-13
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number:
Component: WHEELS
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2608
Summary:
      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.
Consequence:
      Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
      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.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.