Recall 10V-496: 2008–2009 BMW F 650 GS, 2010 BMW F650 GS

BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Oct 18, 2010, covering about 1,780 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-496
Report date
Oct 18, 2010
Vehicles affected
1,780
Owners notified
Jan 13, 2011

The problem

Bmw is recalling certain 2008 through 2010 f 650 gs motorcycles manufactured from january 11, 2008, through december 8, 2009. A washer may interfere with the front disc brake fasteners' torque. As a result, over time, a fastener or mutiple fasteners could become loose, allowing the brake disc to become loose.

The risk

A loose brake disc may interfere with proper braking performance and may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on january 13, 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerBMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V496000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
BMW F 650 GS2008, 2009All years
BMW F650 GS2010All 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 10V-496?

Bmw is recalling certain 2008 through 2010 f 650 gs motorcycles manufactured from january 11, 2008, through december 8, 2009. A washer may interfere with the front disc brake fasteners' torque. As a result, over time, a fastener or mutiple fasteners could become loose, allowing the brake disc to become loose.

How is recall 10V-496 fixed?

Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on january 13, 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.

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.