NHTSA recall 14V264000
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter and 1 more
Reported May 16, 20141,360 vehicles affectedBMW of North America, LLCBuilt Aug 2, 2012 – Feb 18, 2014
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.