2007-2013 BMW K1200 R, BMW K1200 R Sport and others recall: service brakes, hydraulic
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 5, 2012. It covers about 2,483 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,483
- reported
- Oct 5, 2012
- owners notified
- Dec 19, 2012
- related complaints
- 5
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP Limited Edition) motorcycles to the recall campaign, representing an additional 421 units. The total number of motorcycles being recalled is now 2,483. In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam.
- Risk
- Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Recall number 12V487000
Affected vehicles
- BMW K1200 R 2007-2008 20072008
- BMW K1200 R Sport 2007-2008 20072008
- BMW K1200 S 2007-2008 20072008
- BMW K1300 S 2012-2013 20122013
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about brakes problems.
2007 BMW K1200 R2008 BMW K1200 R2007 BMW K1200 R Sport2008 BMW K1200 R Sport2007 BMW K1200 S2008 BMW K1200 S2012 BMW K1300 S2013 BMW K1300 S
Questions about recall 12V487000
Is there a recall on the 2007-2013 BMW K1200 R, BMW K1200 R Sport and others service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes. Recall 12V487000, reported on October 5, 2012, covers about 2,483 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V487000?
The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
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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