Recall
BMW S 1000 Rr — 16V948000
NHTSA ID
16V948000
Make
BMW
Model
S 1000 Rr
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-12-30
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Units Affected
21
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured June 8, 2016, to November 16, 2016, and 2017 S 1000 R motorcycles manufactured on October 12, 2016. One of the bolts on the rear suspension deflection lever may loosen and adversely affect the handling of the motorcycle.
Consequence
If the bolt loosens and affects the motorcycle's handling, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts and tighten them to the proper specifications, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.