WheelsRecall 13V-549 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 13V-549 covers 2,608 BMW vehicles for a wheels problem, reported to NHTSA on November 1, 2013. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q2) shows 47% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V549000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
The risk
Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
47%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 2006 to January 31, 2009. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.