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NHTSARecalled Dec 30, 2016 · #16V948000

Motorcycle Rear Suspension Bolt may Loosen

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured June 8, 2016, to November 16, 2016, and 2017 S 1000 R motorcycles manufactured on October 12, 2016. One of the bolts on the rear suspension deflection lever may loosen and adversely affect the handling of the motorcycle. If the bolt loosens and affects the motorcycle's handling, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Motorcycle Rear Suspension Bolt may Loosen
  • 1000 RR
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Model numbers
1000 RR
UPCs

What you should do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts and tighten them to the proper specifications, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

View the official CPSC notice