SuspensionRecall 14V-320 · 2014 BMW R1200 RT
BMW of North America, LLC recall 14V-320 covers 950 2014 BMW R1200 RT for a suspension problem, reported to NHTSA on June 12, 2014. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q4) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 14V320000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
The risk
If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.
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
98%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 27, 2013 to May 5, 2014. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.