NHTSA Recall # | 99606 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 13V526000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | K 1600 GT |
Model Year | 2012 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
Date of notification | 20/12/13 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 10/01/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 08/03/12 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 25/10/13 |
Report created | 07/11/13 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 2475 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2012 k1600 gt and k1600 gtl motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed. |
Consequence summary | As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will update the throttle control software, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in december 2013. Owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at [email protected] Com. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |
NHTSA Recall # | 99607 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 13V526000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | K 1600 GT |
Model Year | 2012 |
Component | ENGINE |
Date of notification | 20/12/13 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 10/01/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 08/03/12 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 25/10/13 |
Report created | 07/11/13 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 2475 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2012 k1600 gt and k1600 gtl motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed. |
Consequence summary | As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will update the throttle control software, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in december 2013. Owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at [email protected] Com. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |
NHTSA Recall # | 99605 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 13V526000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | K 1600 GT |
Model Year | 2012 |
Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Date of notification | 20/12/13 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 10/01/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 08/03/12 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 25/10/13 |
Report created | 07/11/13 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 2475 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2012 k1600 gt and k1600 gtl motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed. |
Consequence summary | As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will update the throttle control software, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in december 2013. Owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at [email protected] Com. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |