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Recall 16V-948

BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2016 to 2017 BMW S 1000 RR and 1 other model: Suspension (rear).

At a glance

Campaign number
16V-948
Reported
December 30, 2016
Vehicles affected
21 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured June 8, 2016, to November 16, 2016, and 2017 S 1000 R motorcycles manufactured on October 12, 2016. One of the bolts on the rear suspension deflection lever may loosen and adversely affect the handling of the motorcycle.

The risk

If the bolt loosens and affects the motorcycle's handling, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts and tighten them to the proper specifications, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-[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