NHTSA Recall # | 83721 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 10V273000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | G 650 X US MOTO |
Model Year | 2007 |
Component | POWER TRAIN |
Date of notification | 30/08/10 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 22/12/06 |
End date of manufacturing | 28/05/07 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 16/06/10 |
Report created | 18/06/10 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 1807 |
Defect summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 g 650 x country, g 650 x challenge, and g650 x moto motorcycles manufactured from november 29, 2006 through may 19, 2008. Over time, the roll gear pin's mounting attachment could break. |
Consequence summary | If this occurs, it would be possible for fragments of the attachment to become trapped between the drive chain and the rear sprocket. The rear wheel could lock up, possibly resulting in a crash. |
Corrective action | Dealers will replace the roll gear pin's mounting attachments free of charge. The safety recall began on august 30, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov . |