2005 BMW R1200 GS, BMW R1200 RT and others recall: engine and engine cooling
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on April 27, 2005. It covers about 500 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 500
- reported
- Apr 27, 2005
- owners notified
- May 10, 2005
- related complaints
- 4
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, exposure of the throttle housing to road debris could fall and become caught between the throttle-body and the engine block.
- Risk
- This could restrict movement of the throttle-cable pulley that, in turn, could affect throttle operation and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a cover over the throttle-cable pulley free of charge. The recall began on may 10, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 05V172000
Affected vehicles
- BMW R1200 GS 2005 2005
- BMW R1200 RT 2005 2005
- BMW R 1200 ST 2005 2005
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 05V172000
Is there a recall on the 2005 BMW R1200 GS, BMW R1200 RT and others engine and engine cooling?
Yes. Recall 05V172000, reported on April 27, 2005, covers about 500 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V172000?
Dealers will install a cover over the throttle-cable pulley free of charge. The recall began on may 10, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
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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