NHTSA Recall # | 142727 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V471000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | K1200 R SPORT |
Model Year | 2007 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
Date of notification | 18/01/21 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 24/05/25 |
End date of manufacturing | 24/05/25 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 10/08/20 |
Report created | 11/08/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 16926 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2009-2011 k1300 (s, gt), 2010-2011 s1000 rr, 2005-2011 r1200 (gs, gs adventure, r, rt, s, st), 2006-2010 hp2 (enduro, megamoto, sport), 2005-2008 k1200 (r, r sport, s, gt), and 2012 k1600 (gt, gtl) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13v-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running. |
Consequence summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began january 18, 2021. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
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). |