BMW F 800 S, F 800 ST: Wheels

Date

Nov. 1, 2013

Filed by

BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicles

BMW F 800 S (2007, 2008, 2009); BMW F 800 ST (2007, 2008, 2009)

Component

Wheels

Description of the defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.

Potentially affected

2608

What can happen

Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Owner notification date

Jan. 10, 2014

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

13V549000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.