Recall 24V-557
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2024 BMW R 1300 GS: Electrical system (starter assembly, relay).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V-557
- Reported
- July 26, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- 1,582 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1300 GS motorcycles. The housing for the starter motor relay may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a damaged relay that can overheat.
The risk
An overheated electrical relay increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the starter relay and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024. 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
- BMW R 1300 GS 2024