Recall 06V-399: 2006 BMW R1200 HP2, 2007 BMW R1200 S

BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 18, 2006, covering about 700 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-399
Report date
Oct 18, 2006
Vehicles affected
700
Owners notified
Oct 27, 2006

The problem

On certain motorcycles, during assembly, the final-drive assembly o-ring may not have been installed correctly. A leak may occur at the location of this o-ring which is near the rear brake disc.

The risk

If a leak were to occur, oil could come into contact with the rear brake disc, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a new o-ring in the final-drive assembly. The recall began on october 27, 2006. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
ComponentPower Train
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V399000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
BMW R1200 HP22006All years
BMW R1200 S2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-399?

On certain motorcycles, during assembly, the final-drive assembly o-ring may not have been installed correctly. A leak may occur at the location of this o-ring which is near the rear brake disc.

How is recall 06V-399 fixed?

Dealers will install a new o-ring in the final-drive assembly. The recall began on october 27, 2006. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.