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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V499📅 Dec 30, 2009

2008–2010 BMW F 800 GS & 2008–2009 BMW F 650 GS + 1 more recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 F650 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured between january 2008 and december 2009. During engine operation, a vacuum is created in order to draw fresh air into the canister. This air then mixes with the fuel vapors captured by the canister, and is subsequently combusted. Due to the routing of the ventilation hose, water near the end of the hose could be drawn into the charcoal canister.

💥 The risk

Water could flow into the canister causing a stalling condition increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect and add an additional hose and route it such that the present defect is prevented. This remedy will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2010. 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
09V499000
Manufacturer
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Vehicles affected
4,498
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner phone
1-800-831-1117
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 14, 2010
Built
Jan 1, 2008 – Dec 10, 2009
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Owners 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 09V499 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 09V499?

2008–2010 BMW F 800 GS & 2008–2009 BMW F 650 GS + 1 more. 4,498 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.