PlainRecordsNHTSA investigation
Steering lock/ignition switch wiring
An NHTSA investigation is a review of a possible safety defect. Opening one is not a finding that a defect exists; it can close with a recall or without one.
- Investigation
- SQ97022
- Opened
- Nov. 14, 1997
- Status
- Closed Dec. 31, 1997
- Component
- STEERING
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
Summary (NHTSA)
BMW will conduct a safety recall to remove the sheet metal plate and relocate two wiring harnesses so that the ignition wiring harness has sufficient freedom of movement throughout the range of motion of the handlebars.wiring harnesses found damaged, will be replaced.no further action is necessary.this investigation is closed.
Vehicles covered
- BMW R1100 1995
- BMW R1100 1996
- BMW R1100 1997
- BMW R850 1996
- BMW R850 1997
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Check NHTSA for the investigation documents.