2013 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter and others recall: electrical system

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on February 19, 2014. It covers about 4,453 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 4,453
reported: Feb 19, 2014
owners notified: Apr 8, 2014
related complaints: 7

Electrical system

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1‑800‑831‑1117.

Recall number 14V065000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about electrical problems.

Questions about recall 14V065000

Is there a recall on the 2013 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter and others electrical system?

Yes. Recall 14V065000, reported on February 19, 2014, covers about 4,453 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V065000?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. 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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