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2013–2015 BMW G 650 GS, G 650 GS Serato recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine

NHTSA campaign 15V-537 · August 24, 2015 · BMW of North America, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
15V537000
Reported
August 24, 2015
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Part
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Vehicles affected
About 1,060

What is wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 G 650 GS motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to March 2, 2015, and 2013-2014 G 650 GS Sertao motorcycles manufactured March 8, 2013, to May 23, 2014. The affected motorcycles may stall when they are idling and the clutch lever is pulled in.

Safety risk

If the engine stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised version of the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email 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 G 650 GS (2013, 2014, 2015); BMW G 650 GS Serato (2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

If the engine stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised version of the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email 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.