Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, It Is Possible That The Hex Nut That Secures The Wheel To The Gearbox Output Shaft Was Tightened Incorrectly During The Vehicle Assembly. As A Result, The Nut Could Loosen During Vehicle Operation. If This Happens, The Belt Wheel Would Itself Loosen On The Output Shaft, Resulting In Damage To The Internal Splines Of The Wheel And To The External Splines Of The Output Shaft As The Vehicle Is Operated.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
F650 CS
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
02V191000
Component Description
Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts
Effect Of Defect
Over Time, The Splines Could Be Damaged To The Extent That The Output Shaft Would Not Longer Operate The Drive Belt, Resulting In A Loss Of Drive Capability At The Rear Wheel.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Hex Nut Torque And Adjust The Tightness If Necessary, And Secure The Nut With LoCTIte. Owner Notification Began September 10, 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, Option #4.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
20020101
End Of Manufacture
20020731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
577
Date Owners Notified
20020910
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20020723