CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.
- Risk
- A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A front spring strut on these motorcycles may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve. The valve can loosen, which may lead to strut failure and a loss of stability while riding.
Losing stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the front suspension checked as soon as possible.
The remedy is free at an authorized BMW dealer, where the front spring strut production dates will be inspected and the struts replaced if necessary. Owners who received the notification letter mailed April 29, 2024 can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW K 1600 B | 2024 |
|---|---|
| BMW K 1600 GT | 2024 |
| BMW K 1600 GTL | 2024 |
| BMW R 1250 RT | 2024 |