Defect Description For Recall
BMW Of North America, Llc (BMW) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2014 R1200 Rt Motorcycles Manufactured November 27, 2013, To May 5, 2014. The Affected Vehicles Have A Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (Esa) Rear Shock Absorber. The Piston Rod Within The Rear Shock Absorber Can Break Without Warning, Causing Loss Of Stability.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
R1200 RT
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
14V320000
Component Description
Suspension
Effect Of Defect
If The Piston Rod Breaks It Will Cause Loss Of Stability, Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Dynamic Esa Shock Absorber, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin In July 2014. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Relations At 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners Are Advised Not To Ride Their Motorcycles Until They Have Been Remedied.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20131127
End Of Manufacture
20140505
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
950
Date Owners Notified
20140811
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20140612