The worst 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police problems
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Recalls 1
Exterior lighting: brake lights
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R1200RT Police motorcycles. While being used in a special operating mode, the brake lights on these motorcycles may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the brake light does not illuminate, other drivers may not know that the motorcycle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the motorcycle's software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 17V488000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police 77
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
- According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle...
- Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended...
- On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is...
- Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving Water...
- Front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
- Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,...
- The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule)...
- B58 engine: engine oil filter removal procedure and tools
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Is the 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police?
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How many recalls does the 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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