Recall 14V065000: 2013 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, 2013 BMW F700 GS +5 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 19, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 4,453
- Models
- 8
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter
- 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter
- 2013 BMW F700 GS
- 2013 BMW F800 GS
- 2013 BMW F800 GS Adventure
- 2013 BMW F800 GT
- 2013 BMW R1200 GS
- 2013 BMW R 1200 R
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V065000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Apr 8, 2014
- Components
- Electrical system (Electrical System); Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology