Defect Description For Recall
A Ground Fault May Occur In The Stoplight Switch Which Is Located On The Right Handlebar In The Throttle Twist Grip Housing. Consequences Of Defect: The Cable’S Inner Plastic Tube Would Overheat And Soften Or Melt, Impairing Throttle Operation. An Accident Could Occur If The Motorcycle Is Operated After ObseRVIng That More Effort Is Required In The Throttle Twist Grip.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
K100
Year
1985
Recall Campaign Number
85V011000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Install A Ground Cable Between The Throttle Twist Grip Housing And The Common Ground On The Frame To Prevent Overheating.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
19840501
End Of Manufacture
19840901
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2800
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
19850205