2000-2002 BMW R1150GS recall: service brakes, hydraulic
Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on July 31, 2001. It covers about 2,997 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,997
- reported
- Jul 31, 2001
- owners notified
- Dec 18, 2001
- related complaints
- 12
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The distance between the brake line and the speedometer drive cable could be too small. Due to compression and rebound of the fork, the speedometer cable could contact and chafe the brake line.
- Risk
- Brake fluid leakage could occur, resulting in a loss of front braking capability. If this happened, depending on traffic conditions and the rider's reactions, a crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will measure the distance between the front brake line and speedometer cable. The brake line will be replaced if the distance to the speedometer cable is found to be too small or if it is damaged. A new protective sleeve will be installed in the speedometer cable near the front fender. Owner notification began december 18, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117, option #5.
Recall number 01V246000
Affected vehicles
- BMW R1150GS 2000-2002 200020012002
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 01V246000
Is there a recall on the 2000-2002 BMW R1150GS service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes. Recall 01V246000, reported on July 31, 2001, covers about 2,997 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 01V246000?
Dealers will measure the distance between the front brake line and speedometer cable. The brake line will be replaced if the distance to the speedometer cable is found to be too small or if it is damaged. A new protective sleeve will be installed in the speedometer cable near the front fender. Owner notification began december 18, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117, option #5.
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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