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NHTSARecalled Feb 19, 2014 · #14V065000

Water in Side-Stand Switch may Disable Engine

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden. An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Water in Side-Stand Switch may Disable Engine
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Model numbers
R1200
UPCs

What you should do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

View the official CPSC notice