BMW Motorrad 5g31: Side Stand Connection May Bend/break

BMW Motorrad is recalling 966 G310 motorcycles because the side stand connection may bend or break, which could result in the vehicle not standing securely. BMW will inspect the side stand connection for damage and install a reinforcement bearing block on affected vehicles. This recall applies to customers in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
BMW MOTORRAD UK
Product
Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD 5G31. Units affected: 966
Reason
On G310-models the side stand connection might bend or in extreme case brake. It is not possible to completely rule out an insecure standing position of the vehicle where this fault occurs. Remedy: On affected vehicles the side stand connection will be checked for prior damage and an additional Bearing block for reinforcement purposes will be installed.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2018-09-01
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/27116887-8d3e-4f78-b795-eca1fd96b83c