NHTSA recall 14V065000
Electrical system
BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter and 7 more
Reported Feb 19, 20144,453 vehicles affectedBMW of North America, LLCBuilt Nov 28, 2012 – Sep 16, 2013
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
The risk
An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Electrical systemStructure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand