2012–2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter, C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 14V264000
- Reported
- May 16, 2014
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Engine and engine cooling: engine
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,360
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.
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 C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter (2012, 2013, 2014); BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter (2012, 2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.
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.