BMW Recalls 2005-2007 R 1200 GS Adventure Motorcycles for Fuel Tank Bolt Issue
BMW is recalling 2,070 motorcycles because fuel tank bolts may loosen and contact the fork, limiting handlebar range and increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where loose bolts can interfere with steering, explicitly increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects or significant injury reports.
Plain-English summary
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2005 through 2007 R 1200 GS Adventure motorcycles manufactured between December 7, 2005, and September 26, 2007. The recall involves 2,070 vehicles.
The fuel tank front attachment bolts can work loose, allowing them to come into contact with the fork leg if the handlebar is turned significantly. This contact could limit the travel range of the handlebars, affecting the handling and maneuverability of the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will repair the motorcycles by further securing the bolts using Loctite. The repair will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on August 30, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Affected units
- 2,070
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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