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Recall 17V-488

BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2014 to 2017 BMW R1200 RT Police: Electrical system (software); Exterior lighting (brake lights).

At a glance

Campaign number
17V-488
Reported
August 3, 2017
Vehicles affected
911 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R1200RT Police motorcycles. While being used in a special operating mode, the brake lights on these motorcycles may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

If the brake light does not illuminate, other drivers may not know that the motorcycle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the motorcycle's software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 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