BMW Motorrad K21 (r Nine T): Reduced Rear Wheel Guidance
BMW Motorrad K21 (R NINE T) Recall Summary BMW Motorrad is recalling 1,916 K21 (R NINE T) motorcycles because bolts connecting the frame to the rear swinging arm may loosen, which can cause the rear wheel to lose proper alignment and handling. This defect could create unsafe riding conditions in certain circumstances. The fix involves checking and tightening the mounting bolts on the rear swing arm.
- Recalling firm
- BMW MOTORRAD UK
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD K21 (R NINE T). Units affected: 1,916
- Reason
- The screwed connection between the frame and the fixed bearing stud for the rear swinging arm may loosen. This results in the rear wheel not being kept aligned as required causing reduced rear wheel guidance. In certain conditions this can lead to critical riding situations. Remedy: Check and tighten mounting bolts for rear wheel swing arm.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-10-02
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c5732bea-da43-4963-874a-1a895bc80aa2