1994-1996 BMW R1100RSL recall: gasoline

Bayerische Motoren Werke reported this safety recall on October 8, 1997. It covers about 1,275 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,275
reported: Oct 8, 1997
owners notified: Dec 18, 1997

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The owner's manual warns the rider not to leave the engine running unnecessarily when the motorcycle is stationary and to ride off immediately after starting.
Risk: If this warning is ignored and the engine is left running at an increased speed above idle while the motorcycle is at a standstill with the air stream required for cooling missing, the exhaust system temperature will rise considerable increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners will be sent a warning label for their motorcycle and an owner's manual insert.

Recall number 97V173000

Affected vehicles

BMW R1100RSL 1994-1996 1994 1995 1996

Questions about recall 97V173000

Is there a recall on the 1994-1996 BMW R1100RSL gasoline?

Yes. Recall 97V173000, reported on October 8, 1997, covers about 1,275 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V173000?

Owners will be sent a warning label for their motorcycle and an owner's manual insert.

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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