Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorcycles, The Electrical Wiring For The Oxygen Sensor And The Ignition Lead For The Right-Hand Secondary Spark Plug Have A Parallel Routing Over Part Of Their Installation Path. The Close Proximity Of These Cables May Allow The Signal From The Ignition Lead To Interfere With The Signal From The Oxygen Sensor Wiring.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
R MODEL
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V483000
Component Description
Electrical System:Wiring
Effect Of Defect
As A Result, Engine Hesitation Or Misfiring Could Occur, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Re-Route The Electrical Wiring To The Oxygen Sensor. Owner Notification Began December 10, 2003. Owners Should Contact BMW At 1-800-831-1117, Option #4.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Bayerische Motoren Werke
Start Of Manufacture
20021201
End Of Manufacture
20030831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7000
Date Owners Notified
20031210
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20031125