Recall 20V-471: 2006 BMW HP2 Enduro, 2009 BMW HP2 Mega Moto US and 20 more
BMW of North America, LLC recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Aug 10, 2020, covering about 16,926 vehicles.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. 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
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V471000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW HP2 Enduro | 2006 | All years |
| BMW HP2 Mega Moto US | 2009 | All years |
| BMW HP2 Megamoto | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| BMW HP2 Sport | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | 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 K1200 GT | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW K1200 R | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW K1200 R Sport | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW K1200 S | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 GS Adventure | 2005 | All years |
| BMW R 1200 R | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| BMW R1200 GS | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R1200 GS Adventure | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R1200 HP2 | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW R1200 R | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R1200 RT | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| BMW R1200 S | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW R1200 ST | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| BMW S1000 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 20V-471?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.
How is recall 20V-471 fixed?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. 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.