Recall 08V241000: 2007–2008 BMW F800 S and 1 other model

Report received

Jun 2, 2008

Manufacturer

Bmw of north america, llc

Potentially affected

1,980vehicles

Model years

2007–2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Bmw is recalling 1,980 my 2007-2008 f800 s and f800 st motorcycles. Due to the routing of the fuel tank breather hose, pressure equalization inside the fuel tank is possible only to a limited extent. Consequently, at high ambient temperatures, the fuel tank can deform. If this happened at the point where the fuel tank is shaped to provide clearance for the rear wheel, then, in combination with a large payload, the bottom of the tank could rub against the rear wheel.

Possible consequence

If this occurred, it is possible that a leak could develop in the tank. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will reroute the fuel tank breather hose. The recall began during august 2008. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-331-1117.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2007 BMW F 800 ST11 complaints
• 2008 BMW F 800 ST13 complaints
• 2007 BMW F800 S11 complaints
• 2008 BMW F800 S2 complaints