CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
- Risk
- Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. 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
The brake fluid reservoir cap on these motorcycles may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid or explain how to fill the reservoir. This could lead to someone adding the wrong fluid or filling it incorrectly during maintenance, which could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020.
To check whether your motorcycle is included, use your VIN to look for open recalls at a BMW dealer or on NHTSA's website. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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