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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 20V166📅 Mar 20, 2020

2018–2020 BMW R Nine T & 2018–2020 BMW R Nine T Scrambler + 7 more recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."

💥 The risk

Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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
20V166000
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
365
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Owner phone
1-800-525-7417
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 23, 2020
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
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.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 20V166 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 20V166?

2018–2020 BMW R Nine T & 2018–2020 BMW R Nine T Scrambler + 7 more. 365 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 1-800-525-7417.