BMW ACC. Side Case R 1300 GS: Equipment

Date

March 21, 2024

Filed by

BMW of North America, LLC

Vehicles

BMW ACC. Side Case R 1300 GS (years not listed)

Component

Equipment

Description of the defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain BMW motorcycle dealer accessory side cases, designed to fit R1300 GS motorcycles, with part number: 77 41 9 444 361/362. The side case latch hooks may not snap properly into the lock, which can result in the case lid opening, and possibly detaching from the motorcycle.

Potentially affected

1322

What can happen

A side case lid that detaches or the case contents that fall out, can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will repair the locking mechanism and hinges of the side cases, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Owner notification date

May 20, 2024

Recall type

E (equipment)

Influenced by

MFR

Manufacturer's component

Dealer Accessory Vario Side Cases for R 1300 GS · Dealer Accessory Vario Side Cases for R 1300 GS · 77419444361, 77419444362

Recall number

24E029000

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.