2014-2017 BMW R NINE T - Structure recall
NHTSA campaign: 17V502000
3,368 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2014-2017
- Makes
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Component
- STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Potential units affected
- 3,368 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2017-08-14
Affected vehicles
- 2017 BMW R NINE T
- 2016 BMW R NINE T
- 2015 BMW R NINE T
- 2014 BMW R NINE T
What’s the problem?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R NINE T motorcycles. The bolts that connect the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
What could happen?
If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will remove the pivot pin bolts, clean, and re-install them with the proper torque after applying a thread locking adhesive, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelations@bmwmotorcycles.com.