1998 BMW K1200RS recall: engine
Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on September 12, 2000. It covers about 188 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 188
- reported
- Sep 12, 2000
- owners notified
- Oct 12, 2000
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The cylinder head contains two sealing plugs covering holes in the area near the spark plugs. One or both plugs may not have been fully seated during vehicle assembly. Either or both of the sealing plugs could loosen or completely detach from their mounting point during vehicle operation.
- Risk
- This condition could allow coolant to escape, travel along the engine cover, and contact the rear tire, reducing its traction and affecting the stability of the motorcycle. In addition, the loss of coolant could lead to increased engine operating temperature and possible overheating.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the sealing plugs with a stainless steel plug design.
Recall number 00V266000
Affected vehicles
- BMW K1200RS 1998 1998
Questions about recall 00V266000
Is there a recall on the 1998 BMW K1200RS engine?
Yes. Recall 00V266000, reported on September 12, 2000, covers about 188 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 00V266000?
Dealers will replace the sealing plugs with a stainless steel plug design.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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