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NHTSA Recall 08V342000

STEERINGJul 25, 2008· BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Summary

BMW IS RECALLING 428 MY 2007 F800 S, F800 ST, R1200 R, K1200 S, K1200 R, K1200 R SPORT, AND K1200 GT MOTORCYCLES. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE COATING TO SEPARATE FROM THE INSIDE FACE OF THE STEERING DAMPER HOUSING. IF THIS HAPPENED, THE COATING COULD PARTIALLY CLOG THE OIL BORES WITHIN THE DAMPER.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURRED, THE STEERING DAMPER COULD BECOME STIFF INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING DAMPER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING SEPTEMBER 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Affected Vehicles

YearMakeModel
2007BMWF800 S
2007BMWF800 ST
2007BMWK1200 GT
2007BMWK1200 R
2007BMWK1200 R SPORT
2007BMWK1200 S
2007BMWR1200 R

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