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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 06V486📅 Dec 28, 2006

2006 BMW R1200 GS & 2006 BMW R1200 GS Adventure recall: tires

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motorcycles, the tire inflation valve hole in the rim of the cross-spoke wheel which is equipped with the optional tire pressure monitoring system (tpm) was incorrectly manufactured. A leak may develop at this location possibly causing sudden deflation of the tire.

💥 The risk

If this happened, motorcycle handling and control would be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will temporarily deactivate the tpm system, remove the corresponding valves and integral tpm sensors, and then replace them with standard valves. When a permanent repair is available, owners will be notified to bring their vehicles in for reactivation of the tpm system and replacement of the integral tpm sensors and valves. The recall began on january 12, 2007. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-331-1117.

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
06V486000
Manufacturer
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Vehicles affected
144
Component
TIRES:VALVE
Owner phone
1-800-331-1117
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 12, 2007
Built
Aug 30, 2006 – Oct 12, 2006
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.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 06V486 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 06V486?

2006 BMW R1200 GS & 2006 BMW R1200 GS Adventure. 144 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 1-800-331-1117.