BMW Motorrad F800s/st: Wheel May Lock Up
BMW Motorrad is recalling 3,490 F800S and F800ST motorcycles because the rear-wheel bearings may wear excessively due to production tolerances, potentially causing the rear wheel to drag or lock up. Owners in the United Kingdom will need to have their bearings inspected and replaced if necessary. The recall affects motorcycles distributed by BMW Motorrad UK.
- Recalling firm
- BMW MOTORRAD UK
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD F800S/ST. Units affected: 3,490
- Reason
- As a result of adverse tolerances at production wear at the rear-wheel bearings can be exceptionally high. The rear wheel can drag if this wear remains unnoticed for a long period of time. Remedy: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to check the bearings and where necessary replace the bearings.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2013-12-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/cc377a34-1b7f-4516-8d46-4016235a0796