BMW R1200 GS 2017: SUSPENSION:FRONT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V438000

Make Model Year
BMW R1200 GS 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-08-31 2017-07-10 2017-07-13

Production Dates: 2013-10-28 - 2017-06-19

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 14626

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.

Consequence

If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. 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.safercar.gov.