BMW Motorrad F800gs (k72): Front Brake Caliper May Become Insecure

BMW Motorrad is recalling 248 F800GS (K72) motorcycles because the front brake caliper bolts may not be properly tightened after the wheel was reattached during shipping. If the bolts are loose, the brake caliper could become unstable. Owners will have the bolts checked and tightened as needed.

Recalling firm

BMW MOTORRAD UK

Product

Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD F800GS (K72). Units affected: 248

Reason

It has been identified that following reattachment of the front wheel to the machine following shipping. The possibility exists that the torque of the front brake caliper retaining fasteners may not be at the specified level. Under theses circumstances the front brake caliper may become insecure. Remedy: Recalled machines will have the front brake caliper fasteners checked and reworked as necessary.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2008-07-31

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/a2b7b6bd-2ccf-4de8-917f-ef5d3232fe25