The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18V830000·Announced 2018-11-26

BMW Recalls One 2019 F850GS Motorcycle for Engine Defect

BMW is recalling one 2019 F850GS motorcycle because engine connecting rods may be loose, risking engine damage and loss of power.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source states the defect increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or structural vehicle defects involving crash risk.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling one 2019 F850GS motorcycle. The recall addresses a defect where the engine connecting rods may not have been installed properly. This issue could cause the rods to become loose and disconnect over time.

Loose engine connecting rods can damage the engine, leading to a loss of engine power. This loss of power increases the risk of a crash. The motorcycle has not yet been sold.

The dealer will replace the engine free of charge prior to sale. The recall began on December 7, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW F850GS
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
1

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)

  • F850GS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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