BMW S 1000 RR 2017: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V948000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | S 1000 RR | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-02-17 | 2016-12-30 | 2016-12-30 |
Production Dates: 2016-06-08 - 2016-11-16
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 21
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured June 8, 2016, to November 16, 2016, and 2017 S 1000 R motorcycles manufactured on October 12, 2016. One of the bolts on the rear suspension deflection lever may loosen and adversely affect the handling of the motorcycle.
If the bolt loosens and affects the motorcycle's handling, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts and tighten them to the proper specifications, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
