CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- If the brake light does not illuminate, other drivers may not know that the motorcycle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 1-800-525-7417.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain police-equipped motorcycles may not illuminate the brake lights when the brakes are applied while the bike is in a special operating mode. The brake lights are a required safety signal, and without them other drivers may not realize the motorcycle is slowing or stopping, which increases the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners and dealers will update the motorcycle's software at no cost to you. The recall began October 12, 2017. To check whether your motorcycle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls, or contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW R1200 RT Police | 2014201520162017 |
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