BMW R NINE T 2017: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V502000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | R NINE T | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-10-16 | 2017-08-14 | 2017-08-15 |
Production Dates: 2013-11-27 - 2017-07-21
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 3368
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2014-2017 R NINE T motorcycles. The bolts that connect the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will remove the pivot pin bolts, clean, and re-install them with the proper torque after applying a thread locking adhesive, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelations"bmwmotorcycles.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.
