Recall
BMW C650 Gt Maxi-scooter — 14V264000
NHTSA ID
14V264000
Make
BMW
Model
C650 Gt Maxi-scooter
Years Affected
2014
Recall Date
2014-05-16
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Units Affected
1,360
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.