Recall 00V-264
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE recalled the 1998 to 2000 BMW K1200RS: Engine and engine cooling (engine).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 00V-264
- Reported
- September 12, 2000
- Vehicles affected
- 2,368 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. A spring-loaded thermostatic element in the oil thermostat housing is held in place by a cover that is retained by a snap ring. The snap ring may not have been properly installed during production. During vehicle operation, the snap ring could unseat, allowing the cover to loosen or detach, resulting in loss of the entire oil volume.
The risk
Engine damage could occur if the engine is not immediately switched off. In addition, oil could travel along the engine cover and ultimately contact the rear tire, reducing its traction and affecting the stability of the motorcycle, possibly resulting in a crash and personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the snap ring installation and if the snap ring is not fully seated, the complete oil pump intermediate flange will be replaced.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began october 13, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-[removed], option #5. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- BMW K1200RS 1998 to 2000