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BMW F 800 ST Recall 13V549: Wheels

NHTSA campaign 13V549, reported November 1, 2013, 2,608 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V549BMW of North America, LLC
Component
WHEELS
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
Risk
Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

BMW F 800 ST200720082009
BMW F800 S200720082009