Recall
BMW C650 Gt Maxi-scooter — 14V065000
NHTSA ID
14V065000
Make
BMW
Model
C650 Gt Maxi-scooter
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2014-02-19
Component
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
Units Affected
4,453
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
Consequence
An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.