Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008 And 2009 F650 Gs And F 800 Gs Motorcycles Manufactured From September 27, 2007 Through March 30, 2009. The Drive Chains May Not Have Been Produced To Specification. As A Result, Over Time The Drive Chain Could Break.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
F 800 GS
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
10V274000
Component Description
Power Train
Effect Of Defect
If The Broken Chain Becomes Trapped Between The Rear Wheel And The Frame, The Rear Wheel Could Lock Up, Possibly Resulting In A Crash.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Replace The Drive Chain And Sprockets On The Affected Motorcycles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On August 30, 2010. Owners May Contact BMW At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20070927
End Of Manufacture
20090330
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1916
Date Owners Notified
20100830
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20100616