BMW Motorrad R1200st: Front Brake Pipes May Leak.
BMW is recalling approximately 38,784 motorcycles from its R1200 and K1200 model lines because the front brake pipes may leak brake fluid. Symptoms can start as fluid seepage and a dropping fluid level, progressing to a spongy brake feel and dripping fluid, and in the worst case, complete brake failure. BMW will inspect affected motorcycles in the United Kingdom and replace the brake hoses if they are not the latest version.
- Recalling firm
- BMW MOTORRAD UK
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD R1200ST, BMW MOTORRAD K1200GT, BMW MOTORRAD R1200GT, BMW MOTORRAD R1200R, BMW MOTORRAD R1200RT, BMW MOTORRAD R1200GS. Units affected: 38,784
- Reason
- The front brake pipes may leak brake fluid which can be noticed in the first instance by seepage of brake fluid from the front hose/s and a lowering of the fluid level in the reservoir. The next stage of failure would be a spongy feeling to the brake control and dripping fluid from the brake hoses. If all the previous indicators have not been noted and rectified the brakes will eventually not apply. Remedy: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to check which brake hoses are fitted and if not the latest version fit new brake hoses.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2010-06-16
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/402920cb-d924-4ae2-bc5f-fb414e3be5b6