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1999-2001 BMW R1100 S recall: steering wheel/handle bar

Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on October 11, 2000. It covers about 718 vehicles.

vehicles affected
718
reported
Oct 11, 2000
owners notified
Nov 28, 2000
related complaints
1

Steering: steering wheel/handle bar

What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with high-mounted handlebars. The high-mounted handlebars are position on top of the upper fork clamp and are clamped to the top of each upper fork tube. It is possible for a handlebar to rotate forward.
Risk
If this were to occur while riding, the rider's balance could be upset and a crash and personal injury could result.
Remedy
Dealers will degrease the clamping connection parts, rework the positioning tab (if necessary) to fit properly in the corresponding gap in the upper fork clamp, and reset the torque of the clamping connections.

Recall number 00V318000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about steering problems.

Questions about recall 00V318000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 BMW R1100 S steering wheel/handle bar?

Yes. Recall 00V318000, reported on October 11, 2000, covers about 718 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V318000?

Dealers will degrease the clamping connection parts, rework the positioning tab (if necessary) to fit properly in the corresponding gap in the upper fork clamp, and reset the torque of the clamping connections.

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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