2004–2006 BMW R1200 GS & 2005–2006 BMW R1200 RT + 2 more recall: brakes
⚠️ What's wrong
On certain motorcycles, if certain procedures are performed that involves removal of the front left brake caliper, the ABS sensor cable CAN be routed incorrectly and when the caliper is reinstalled, the sensor cable CAN come into contact and rub against the front brake disc. Overtime, if the chafing becomes severe, it is possible to lose the ABS function.
💥 The risk
Loss of ABS function could increase the risk of a crash during certain riding conditions.
🔧 The fix
Dealers will attach additional retaining clips free of charge to the ABS sensor cable, which will provide a more secure connection to the wheel carrier. The recall began on june 5, 2006, and will be a phased mailing through october 2006. Owners may 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
- 06V134000
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 9,260
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Owner phone
- 1-800-831-1117
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Jun 5, 2006
- Built
- Dec 1, 2004 – Dec 31, 2005
- Recall started by
- MFR
- Notes
- Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.