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2014-2017 BMW R1200 GS and BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recall: front

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on July 10, 2017. It covers about 14,626 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14,626
reported
Jul 10, 2017
owners notified
Aug 31, 2017
related complaints
14

Suspension: front

What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
Risk
If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 17V438000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about suspension problems.

2014 BMW R1200 GS2015 BMW R1200 GS2016 BMW R1200 GS2017 BMW R1200 GS2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure2015 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure2016 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure2017 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Questions about recall 17V438000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2017 BMW R1200 GS and BMW R 1200 GS Adventure front?

Yes. Recall 17V438000, reported on July 10, 2017, covers about 14,626 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V438000?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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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