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2012-2013 BMW S 1000 RR recall: kickstand/center stand

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on December 14, 2012. It covers about 2,385 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,385
reported
Dec 14, 2012
owners notified
Jan 29, 2013
related complaints
1

Structure: motorcycle: kickstand/center stand

What is wrong
BMW is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012. Due to a manufacturing fault, the side-stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side-stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame of the motorcycle.
Risk
A separation of the side-stand could cause the motorcycle to fall, causing a risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will clean the sidestand mounting plate threads and replace the side-stand mounting plate bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Recall number 12V585000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about body problems.

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Questions about recall 12V585000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2013 BMW S 1000 RR kickstand/center stand?

Yes. Recall 12V585000, reported on December 14, 2012, covers about 2,385 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V585000?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will clean the sidestand mounting plate threads and replace the side-stand mounting plate bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may call 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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