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Recall 09V-499

BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recalled the 2008 to 2010 BMW F650GS and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling.

At a glance

Campaign number
09V-499
Reported
December 30, 2009
Vehicles affected
4,498 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 f650 gs and f800 gs motorcycles manufactured between january 2008 and december 2009. During engine operation, a vacuum is created in order to draw fresh air into the canister. This air then mixes with the fuel vapors captured by the canister, and is subsequently combusted. Due to the routing of the ventilation hose, water near the end of the hose could be drawn into the charcoal canister.

The risk

Water could flow into the canister causing a stalling condition increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and add an additional hose and route it such that the present defect is prevented. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles