Defect Description For Recall
BMW Of North America, Llc (BMW) Is Recalling Certain 2014-2017 R1200Rt Police Motorcycles. While Being Used In A Special Operating Mode, The Brake Lights On These Motorcycles May Not Illuminate When The Brakes Are Applied. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 108, “Lamps, RefleCTIve Devices, And Associated Equipment.”
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
R1200 RT POLICE
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
17V488000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
Effect Of Defect
If The Brake Light Does Not Illuminate, Other Drivers May Not Know That The Motorcycle Is Stopping, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Update The Motorcycle’S Software, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began October 12, 2017. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Service At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20140409
End Of Manufacture
20170721
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
911
Date Owners Notified
20171012
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20170803
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108