BMW K1600B 2024: SUSPENSION:FRONT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V165000

Make Model Year
BMW K1600B 2024
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-04-29 2024-02-29 2024-03-01

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 191

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.

Consequence

A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.nhtsa.gov.