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Recall 17V-481: 2008–2012 BMW F650 GS, 2008–2017 BMW F800 GS and 9 more

BMW of North America, LLC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 28, 2017, covering about 47,775 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-481
Report date
Jul 28, 2017
Vehicles affected
47,775
Owners notified
Oct 16, 2017

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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

ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V481000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
BMW F650 GS2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012All years
BMW F800 GS2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
BMW F800 GS Adventure2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
BMW F800 GT2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
BMW F800 R2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure2014All years
BMW R1200 GS2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
BMW R1200 GS Adventure2015, 2016, 2017All years
BMW R1200 R2015, 2016, 2017All years
BMW R1200 RS2015, 2016, 2017All years
BMW S1000 XR2016, 2017All 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 17V-481?

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

How is recall 17V-481 fixed?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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.