Bmw Motorrad F850 GS and F750 GS recall: Bearing damage within engine
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Standard quality testing discovered that one particular supply part in the engine does not meet the required long-term properties. It is not possible to completely rule out bearing damage within the engine.
- What to do
- Contact a Bmw Motorrad dealer to book the free repair. In affected machines the engine will be replaced or repaired.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Standard quality testing discovered that one particular supply part in the engine does not meet the required long-term properties. It is not possible to completely rule out bearing damage within the engine.
The fix
In affected machines the engine will be replaced or repaired.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| F850 GS | 27 Mar 2018 | 16 May 2018 | 79 |
| F750 GS | 27 Mar 2018 | 16 May 2018 | 79 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 15 June 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.