BMW Motorrad R1200rt: Dynamic Esa Piston Rod May Break
BMW Motorrad R1200RT Recall Summary BMW Motorrad is recalling approximately 512 R1200RT motorcycles due to a manufacturing defect in the optional rear Dynamic ESA spring strut. The piston rod in this component may break, which could cause the rear of the motorcycle to drop and potentially lead to the rear wheel guard contacting the tire, affecting bike control. The remedy involves replacing the Dynamic ESA unit on affected motorcycles.
- Recalling firm
- BMW MOTORRAD UK
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD R1200RT. Units affected: 512
- Reason
- It has been identified that due to a manufacturing defect it is possible that the piston rod of the optional rear Dynamic ESA spring strut could break. If this occurred then the rear of the machine will drop to the extent that the rear-wheel cover/guard will come into contact with the rear tyre and possibly cause loss of control of the machine. Remedy: Recall all affected machines and replace the Dynamic ESA.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2014-05-03
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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