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Recall campaign10V488000

Recall 10V488000: 2005–2008 BMW K1200 R and 4 other models

Suspension › Rear
Report received
Oct 8, 2010
Manufacturer
Bmw of north america, llc
Potentially affected
11,826vehicles
Model years
2005–2011

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 certain model year 2005-2011 motorcycles. The bearings could be subject to corrosion. This could lead to reduced movement of the link lever.

Possible consequence

This could affect the handling of the motorcycle increasing the risk a driver may lose control of the vehicle resulting in a crash.

Remedy

Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected model years

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

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.