Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008 Through 2010 F650 Gs And F800 Gs Motorcycles Manufactured Between January 2008 And December 2009. During Engine Operation, A VacuUM Is Created In Order To Draw Fresh Air Into The Canister. This Air Then Mixes With The Fuel Vapors Captured By The Canister, And Is Subsequently Combusted. Due To The Routing Of The Ventilation Hose, Water Near The End Of The Hose Could Be Drawn Into The Charcoal Canister.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
F 650 GS
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
09V499000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
Water Could Flow Into The Canister Causing A Stalling Condition Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Add An Additional Hose And Route It Such That The Present Defect Is Prevented. This Remedy Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On May 13, 2010. Owners May Contact BMW At 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20080101
End Of Manufacture
20091210
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4498
Date Owners Notified
20100514
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20091230