Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Motorcycles. The Fuel Tank Is Equipped With A Carbon Canister Which Helps Control Evaporative Emissions From The Fuel System. This Canister Is Mounted To A Metal Insert That Is Integrated Into The Tank. During The ProduCTIon Process, The Thickness Of The Fuel Tank Material In The Area Of The Insert May Be Less Than Intended. As A Result, Vehicle Operating Conditions Such As Vibration, High Temperature, Etc., Could Result In The Fuel Tank Developing A Crack In The Area Of The Insert.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
F650GS DAKAR
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
00V267000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Effect Of Defect
The Fuel Tank Could Leak During Refueling, Possibly Resulting In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Fuel Tank.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
20000301
End Of Manufacture
20000731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
417
Date Owners Notified
20000921
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20000912