Recall 13V-617: 2006 BMW HP2 Enduro, 2008–2009 BMW HP2 Megamoto and 16 more
BMW of North America, LLC recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Dec 12, 2013, covering about 50,184 vehicles.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V617000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW HP2 Enduro | 2006 | All years |
| BMW HP2 Megamoto | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| BMW HP2 Sport | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| BMW K 1200 GT | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW K 1200 R | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW K 1200 R Sport | 2007 | All years |
| BMW K 1200 S | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW K 1300 GT | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW K 1300 S | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW K 1600 GT | 2012 | All years |
| BMW K 1600 GTL | 2012 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 GS | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 R | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 RT | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 S | 2007 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 ST | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| BMW S 1000 RR | 2010, 2011 | All 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 13V-617?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
How is recall 13V-617 fixed?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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.