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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·12V487000·Announced 2012-10-05

BMW Recalls 2,483 Motorcycles for Front Brake Fluid Foaming

BMW is recalling 2,483 motorcycles because front brake fluid can foam, reducing braking capability 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 (brake system) that explicitly states the hazard could result in a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling 2,483 model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles, as well as 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles (including HP Limited Edition). This recall expands a previous campaign from October 2012 by adding 421 additional units.

In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam. This foaming could lead to reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.

The recall began on December 19, 2012. Dealers will retrofit the front brake fluid reservoir with a screen insert free of charge. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email [email protected] for more information.

The recalled product

Product
BMW K1300 S, K1200 R, K1200 R SPORT, K1200 S
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
2,483

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 (5)

  • K1300 S
  • K1200 R
  • K1200 R SPORT
  • K1200 S
  • K 1300 S

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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