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HighNHTSA·13V279000·Announced 2013-06-28

BMW Recalls 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS Motorcycles for Side-Stand Switch Defect

BMW is recalling 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles because a damaged side-stand switch may allow the engine to run while the stand is down, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The defect presents a risk of harm (crash) but the source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities, fitting the criteria for a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured between June 1, 2012, and October 18, 2012. The recall involves 870 vehicles.

The side-stand switch, which is designed to prevent the engine from running while the side-stand is down, may become damaged. This defect allows the engine to run with the side-stand down, which may cause the rider to start riding with the stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the side-stand switch free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2013. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email [email protected]. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
BMW F700 GS, F800 GS
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
870

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Model numbers (2)

  • F700 GS
  • F800 GS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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