NHTSA recall 18V-830: Engine and Engine Cooling

BMW of North America, LLC · Reported November 26, 2018 · 1 affected model year

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

18V-830
November 26, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2019 F850GS motorcycle. The engine connecting rods may not have been installed properly, possibly causing them to become loose and disconnect over time.
Safety risk
Loose engine connecting rods can damage the engine, causing a loss of engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The motorcycle has not yet been sold, and the dealer will replace the engine, free of charge, prior to sale. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number18V830000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Report dateNovember 26, 2018
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling:Engine
Fixed over the airNo

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.

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Affected vehicles

2019 BMW F850GS1 recall total

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