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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 02V140📅 May 28, 2002

2003 BMW F650 CS recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motorcycles, the screws that attach the rear brake caliper to the rear swing arm were not tightened correctly during assembly. The screws could loosen during vehicle operation and eventually fall-out, allowing the rear caliper to separate from its mount.

💥 The risk

If the caliper becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the swing arm, it could disconnect from the brake line, resulting in a loss of rear braking capability and increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will check the torque of the rear brake caliper attachment screws and retighten them to the proper value if necessary. Owner notification began july 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V140000
Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Vehicles affected
522
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Owner phone
1-800-831-1117
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 15, 2002
Built
Jan 1, 2002 – Apr 30, 2002
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V140 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V140?

2003 BMW F650 CS. 522 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized BMW dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-831-1117.