BMW Motorrad G310gs: Side Stand Connection May Bend/break

BMW Motorrad is recalling 1,846 G310GS and G310R motorcycles in the United Kingdom because the side stand connection may bend or break, which could result in the vehicle not standing securely. Dealers will inspect the side stand connection for damage and install a reinforcing bearing block on affected motorcycles. This is classified as a Class II recall.

Recalling firm
BMW MOTORRAD UK
Product
Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD G310GS, BMW MOTORRAD G310R. Units affected: 1,846
Reason
On G310-models the side stand connection might bend or in extreme case break. It is not possible to completely rule out an insecure standing position of the vehicle where this fault occurs. Remedy: On affected machines 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/6ef9787b-9f39-496f-a63c-1fdfd3cc6327