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Recall 14V-320

BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2014 BMW R1200 RT: Suspension.

At a glance

Campaign number
14V-320
Reported
June 12, 2014
Vehicles affected
950 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.

The risk

If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-[removed]. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.

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