Bmw Motorrad R1200GS ADVENTURE and R1200GS recall: Front suspension could fail
- What's wrong
- The fixed fork tube can suffer preliminary damage due to unusual incidents with momentary high stress without the user noticing the damage. Through longer usage with high stress the pressed in seal plug can loosen. This usually leads to oil leaks a clacking noise as…
- What to do
- Contact a Bmw Motorrad dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and retrofit with an additional fixed fork bush or � if the preliminary damage is too much � the fixed front…
What’s wrong
The fixed fork tube can suffer preliminary damage due to unusual incidents with momentary high stress without the user noticing the damage. Through longer usage with high stress the pressed in seal plug can loosen. This usually leads to oil leaks a clacking noise as well as increasingly imprecise drivability. If these signals are not perceived or ignored and further high stress incidents occur the plug may become completely loose. Subsequently critical driving conditions cannot be ruled out.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and retrofit with an additional fixed fork bush or � if the preliminary damage is too much � the fixed front tubes are replaced by appropriately modified new parts.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| R1200GS ADVENTURE | 22 Aug 2013 | 19 Jun 2017 | 10,929 |
| R1200GS | 22 Aug 2013 | 19 Jun 2017 | 10,929 |
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 10 July 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.