NHTSA recall 24E020000 · Equipment
Equipment
Reported Feb 29, 2024338 vehicles affectedBMW of North America, LLC
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain BMW Motorcycle Dealer Accessory Top cases, designed for R 1300 GS motorcycles, and with part number 77 43 9 443 542. The dealer accessory top case locking flap may not function correctly, which can result in the top case detaching from the motorcycle.
The risk
A detached top case can become a hazard for road users and increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will repair the locking mechanism of the top case and provide an insert for the rider's manual regarding the locking mechanism, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.