BMW Recalls 2007-2009 F 800 S and ST Motorcycles for Wheel Bearing Wear
BMW is recalling 2,608 motorcycles because rear wheel drive bearings and axles may wear due to incorrect tolerances, potentially affecting handling 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 (bearing and axle wear) that affects handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects or significant injury risk.
Plain-English summary
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured between August 2006 and January 2009. The recall involves 2,608 vehicles.
The defect is caused by incorrect tolerances in the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle, which may lead to wear. This wear can affect the handling and control of the motorcycle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing and, if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email [email protected] for more information.
The recalled product
- Product
- BMW F 800 ST, F 800 S
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Affected units
- 2,608
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 (2)
- F 800 ST
- F 800 S
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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