Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling 428 My 2007 F800 S, F800 St, R1200 R, K1200 S, K1200 R, K1200 R Sport, And K1200 Gt Motorcycles. It Is Possible For The Coating To Separate From The Inside Face Of The Steering Damper Housing. If This Happened, The Coating Could Partially Clog The Oil Bores Within The Damper.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
F800 S
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
08V342000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
If This Occurred, The Steering Damper Could Become Stiff Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Steering Damper Free Of Charge. The Recall Began During September 2008. Owners May Contact BMW At 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20070328
End Of Manufacture
20070503
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
428
Date Owners Notified
20080901
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20080725