Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, The Screws That Attach The Rear Brake Caliper To The Rear Swing Arm Were Not Tightened Correctly During Assembly. The Screws Could Loosen During Vehicle Operation And Eventually Fall-Out, Allowing The Rear Caliper To Separate From Its Mount.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
F650 CS
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
02V140000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Effect Of Defect
If The Caliper Becomes Trapped Between The Rear Wheel And The Swing Arm, It Could Disconnect From The Brake Line, Resulting In A Loss Of Rear Braking Capability And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Check The Torque Of The Rear Brake Caliper Attachment Screws And Retighten Them To The Proper Value If Necessary. Owner Notification Began July 15, 2002. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact BMW At 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
20020101
End Of Manufacture
20020430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
522
Date Owners Notified
20020715
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20020520