Recall 08V-245
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2008 BMW K1200 GT and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, disc).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 08V-245
- Reported
- June 4, 2008
- Vehicles affected
- 548 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW is recalling 548 my 2008 k1200 s and gt motorcycles. The fasteners used to secure the front brake-disc may not be long enough to ensure a secure mounting. Over time, these fasteners could loosen. If that happened, the brake disc would no longer be securely mounted.
The risk
Failure to observe the following precautions, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the rider's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and install a longer front brake disc fasteners and reroute the sensor cable free of charge. The recall began during august 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- BMW K1200 GT 2008
- BMW K1200 S 2008