BMW Motorrad R Series: Total Electrical Failure

BMW Motorrad R Series Recall Summary BMW Motorrad is recalling approximately 1,096 R Series motorcycles sold in the United Kingdom because the steering lock wiring may not have enough slack or could rub against a metal plate beneath the instrument cluster. The company will modify the wiring loom's routing and securing to fix the issue.

Recalling firm
BMW MOTORRAD UK
Product
Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD R SERIES, BMW MOTORRAD. Units affected: 1,096
Reason
The steering lock wiring loom has insufficient free movement or may rub on the metal plate below the instrument cluster. Remedy: Affected machines are being recalled for alterations to the steering lock wiring loom routing and securing arrangements.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1997-12-01
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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