2014-2017 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE/R1200 GS/R1200 GS ADVENTURE - Suspension recall
NHTSA campaign: 17V438000
14,626 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2014-2017
- Makes
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Potential units affected
- 14,626 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2017-07-10
Affected vehicles
- 2017 BMW R1200 GS
- 2017 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2016 BMW R1200 GS
- 2016 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2015 BMW R1200 GS
- 2015 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2014 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2014 BMW R1200 GS
What’s the problem?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
What could happen?
If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.