What NHTSA investigated
BMW is conducting a recall (04V-028).AN information request(ir)response was not received. Upon bmw's receipt of the ir, and after discussions with odi, bmwdetermined that a recall was necessary. On certain motorcycles, the o-ring contained within the fuel line quick-disconnect coupling could become damaged.further, there is also a problem involving crimp-type hose clamps, which can also result in a small fuel leak.dealers will inspect, and if necessary, adjust all crimp-type hose clamps.also all fuel line quick-disconnect couplings will be inspected.if a leak is detected, the quick-disconnect o-ring will be replaced.if damaged, the coupling will be replaced.owner notification is expected to begin during february 2004.
The recall that followed
Vehicles covered
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | BMW MOTORCYCLE | 2000–2001 |
| BMW | K1200LT | 2000–2001 |
| BMW | K 1200 RS | 2000–2002 |
| BMW | K SERIES | 2000–2004 |
| BMW | R1100 | 2000 |
| BMW | R1100 RS | 2000 |
| BMW | R1100 RT | 2000–2001 |
| BMW | R1100RT-P | 2000–2001 |
| BMW | R 1100 S | 2000–2003 |
| BMW | R 1150 GS | 2000–2003 |
| BMW | R 1150 GS ADVENTURE | 2003 |
| BMW | R 1150 R | 2003 |
| BMW | R 1150 RS | 2003 |
| BMW | R 1150 RT | 2003 |
| BMW | R1200C | 2000–2003 |
| BMW | R SERIES | 2000–2004 |
| BMW | RT SERIES | 2002 |
Source
From NHTSA’s investigation file, rebuilt daily. To report a problem with your own vehicle, go to nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem. All open investigations.