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BMW R1200 GS Recall 14V211: Power Train:Manual Transmission

NHTSA campaign 14V211, reported April 18, 2014, 1,420 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 14V211BMW of North America, LLC
Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 R 1200 GS motorcycles manufactured November 2012 through August 2013. Pressure inside the transmission may cause the transmission output seal to be pushed out of place.
Risk
If the output seal ring is pushed out of its proper position, oil may leak from the transmission onto the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will fit a bracket to prevent the transmission seal from being pushed out of position, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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 R1200 GS2013