NHTSA Recall # | 33026 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 07V066000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | K1200 GT |
Model Year | 2007 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Date of notification | 10/04/07 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 30/11/04 |
End date of manufacturing | 31/01/07 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 23/02/07 |
Report created | 23/02/07 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 6631 |
Defect summary | On certain motorcycles, frequent short trips particularly during cold temperatures, can cause water to accumulate in the oil tank, and when the engine is running, escaping water vapor can condense on the oil tank air bleed valve. In freezing temperatures, this water could freeze and block the air bleed valve. |
Consequence summary | It is possible that a pressure build up in the oil tank could cause it to rupture, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire. An oil leak could cause a fire. Oil on the rear tire could cause loss of control. |
Corrective action | Dealers will install a new oil tank cap containing a valve to prevent overpressure in the tank free of charge. The recall began on april 10, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. |
Recall notes | Customers may 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. |