Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Model Year 2008 R1200 Gs And R1200 Gs Adventure Motorcycles. In Certain Situations, Such As High Generator Speeds Combined With Large Demands For Electrical Current, Spurious Signals Could Emerge Within The Motorcycle’S Electrical System. If This Were To Occur, It Could Affect The Pressure Sensor Signals Of The Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) Control Unit. If This Happened, The Abs Could Switch Off; However, In Such A Situation, A Warning Lamp Would Illuminate. Normal Braking Would Still Be Available To Slow And Stop The Motorcycle.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
R1200 GS
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
09V129000
Component Description
Electrical System
Effect Of Defect
Any Time Vehicle Control Is Compromised A Crash May Occur.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Repair Or Replace The Necessary Components Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On October 26, 2009. Owners May Contact BMW At 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20080101
End Of Manufacture
20080330
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
893
Date Owners Notified
20091026
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20090417