Recall 12V177000: 2012 BMW S 1000 RR

Report received

Apr 20, 2012

Manufacturer

Bmw of north america, llc

Potentially affected

1,414vehicles

Model years

2012

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 2012 s1000rr motorcycles, manufactured from september 1, 2011, through april 10, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the connecting rod bolts may become loose during high engine temperatures and/or high engine operating speeds which could result in catastrophic engine damage.

Possible consequence

In the event of engine damage, escaping oil could cause handling issues, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connecting rod bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on june 8, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected model years

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

• 2012 BMW S 1000 RR7 complaints