Defect Description For Recall
BMW Of North America, Llc (BMW) Is Recalling Certain 2014-2016 F800 Gt And 2015-2016 F800 R Motorcycles. The Rear Side Reflex Reflectors On These Vehicles May Not Be Properly Visible In Certain Traffic Conditions. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 108, “Lamps, RefleCTIve Devices, And Associated Equipment.”
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
F800 GT
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
17V591000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
Obscured Reflectors May Reduce The Visibility Of The Motorcycle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Modify The License Plate Holder To Reposition The Rear Side Reflex Reflectors, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin November 13, 2017. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Service At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20140312
End Of Manufacture
20160401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1478
Date Owners Notified
20171121
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20170922
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108