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2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) recall: equipment

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on July 20, 2010. It covers about 1,900 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,900
reported
Jul 20, 2010
owners notified
Nov 2, 2010

Equipment

What is wrong
Bmw is recalling certain 2005 through 2009 r 1200 rt police motorcycles manufactured from april 2005 through september 2009. The bracket which supports the audible signaling device can break, possibly allowing the signaling device to fall from the vehicle and onto the roadway.
Risk
Should the signaling device fall from the motorcycle while being driven on the roadways, it could become an obstacle for other drivers which may result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will attach two tether cables to the device in order to secure it to the motorcycle in the event the mounting bracket becomes loose. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 2, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 10V328000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V328000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) equipment?

Yes. Recall 10V328000, reported on July 20, 2010, covers about 1,900 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V328000?

Dealers will attach two tether cables to the device in order to secure it to the motorcycle in the event the mounting bracket becomes loose. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 2, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

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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