Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling 744 My 2007 G650X Challenger And Country Motorcycles. The Motorcycles May Have Had The Wrong Circular Clip Installed On The Left Hand Side Of The Rear Wheel Bearing Guide. This Circlip Can Rub Against A Spacer Bushing, Creating Metal Shavings Which May Enter The Wheel Bearing, Causing It To Fail And The Antilock Brake System (Abs) May MalfunCTIon. This Would Be Indicated By Illumination Of The Abs Warning Lamp.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
G650X CHALLENGE
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
08V111000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
If This Happened, The Brakes Would Remain Fully Available To Slow And Stop The Motorcycle. Depending On Traffic And Road Conditions As Well As A Rider’S ReActions, Could Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Check And Install A Correct Circlip, Along With A New Spacer Bushing, Wheel Bearings, And Shaft Sealing Rings Free Of Charge. The Recall Began During April 2008. Owners May Contact BMW At 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20070212
End Of Manufacture
20070314
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
744
Date Owners Notified
20080401
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20080311