BMW Motorrad R Series: Possible Loosening Of Suspension Pivots
BMW Motorrad is recalling 191 R Series motorcycles because suspension pivot parts—specifically the rear swinging arm bearing pin and front suspension bolt nut—may loosen during off-road use. This loosening could affect motorcycle handling and control. Affected owners will be asked to have the bearing pin cleaned and reinstalled with locking compound, and to have the front suspension nut replaced.
- Recalling firm
- BMW MOTORRAD UK
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW MOTORRAD R SERIES. Units affected: 191
- Reason
- As a consequence of arduous off-road use the bearing pin locating the swinging arm on the rear axle and the locating bolt nut on the front suspension telelever arm may loosen. Remedy: Recall the affected machines and: A) Remove clean examine and re-fit the swinging arm bearing pin having applied locking compound to the threads as directed by the manufacturer. B) Replace the flange nut on the front suspension strut retaining bolt wit
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 1994-06-27
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/dbd249e6-e689-4881-9f70-1c0f52ead028