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2005–2012 BMW S 1000 RR, R 1200 R, K 1600 GT and more recall: Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 13V-617 · December 12, 2013 · BMW of North America, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
13V617000
Reported
December 12, 2013
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Part
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
Vehicles affected
About 50,184

What is wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.

Safety risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

BMW HP2 Enduro (2006); BMW HP2 Megamoto (2008, 2009); BMW HP2 Sport (2008, 2009, 2010); BMW K 1200 GT (2006, 2007, 2008); BMW K 1200 R (2006, 2007, 2008); BMW K 1200 R Sport (2007); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

What is the fix?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.