2014-2016 BMW F800 GT/F800 R - Equipment recall
NHTSA campaign: 17V591000
1,478 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2014-2016
- Makes
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Potential units affected
- 1,478 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2017-09-22
Affected vehicles
- 2016 BMW F800 GT
- 2016 BMW F800 R
- 2015 BMW F800 GT
- 2015 BMW F800 R
- 2014 BMW F800 GT
What’s the problem?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2016 F800 GT and 2015-2016 F800 R motorcycles. The rear side reflex reflectors on these vehicles may not be properly visible in certain traffic conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What could happen?
Obscured reflectors may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the license plate holder to reposition the rear side reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 13, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.