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Recall 13V-154

BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2013 BMW R1200 GS: Suspension (front).

At a glance

Campaign number
13V-154
Reported
April 22, 2013
Vehicles affected
15 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.

The risk

If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may call BMW at 1-[removed] or email BMW at [removed]

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles