2008 BMW F650 GS recall: disc
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on December 29, 2008. It covers about 373 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 373
- reported
- Dec 29, 2008
- owners notified
- Jan 15, 2009
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling 373 my 2008 f650 gs motorcycles. Due to production and assembly tolerances, the length of one or more of the front brake disc fasteners may be insufficient. If the length of a fastener was insufficient, this could result in the fastener not being tightened according to specifications.
- Risk
- If this happened, the fastener could work loose from its threads. In some cases involving multiple fasteners, the brake disc could loosen, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the brake disc fasteners and replace them with new longer fasteners. The recall is expected to begin during january 2009. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 08V693000
Affected vehicles
- BMW F650 GS 2008 2008
Questions about recall 08V693000
Is there a recall on the 2008 BMW F650 GS disc?
Yes. Recall 08V693000, reported on December 29, 2008, covers about 373 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V693000?
Dealers will remove the brake disc fasteners and replace them with new longer fasteners. The recall is expected to begin during january 2009. 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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