Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling 46 My 2008 R1200 R, R1200 Gs, And R1200 Gs Adventure Motorcycles. Due To A Material Defect In The Intermediate Shaft Of The Transmission, The Shaft Could Break. If This Occurred, It Is Possible For The Transmission To Seize.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
R1200 GS ADVENTURE
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
08V290000
Component Description
Power Train:Manual Transmission
Effect Of Defect
If This Happened, Lock-Up Of The Rear Tire Could Occur. It Is Also Possible For The Transmission Housing To Break. If This Happened, Oil Could Leak Onto The Rear Whee, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Gearbox. The Recall Began During August 2008. Owners Should Contact BMW At 1-800-331-1117.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20080214
End Of Manufacture
20080214
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
46
Date Owners Notified
20080801
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20080701