NHTSA recall 09V-088 (09V088000)

power train recall reported March 18, 2009 - about 754 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 09V088000
Also written as: 09V-088
Reported: March 18, 2009
Vehicles affected: ~754
Component: power train

What is being recalled

BMW IS RECALLING 754 MY 2009 F800 GS VEHICLES. THE AXLE SHAFT WALL THICKNESS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.

Why it is dangerous

IF THE WALL THICKNESS WAS NOT SUFFICIENT, THE AXLE SHAFT COULD DEFORM AND COULD BREAK INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT WHEEL QUICK-RELEASE AXLE AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 09V-088 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

BMW F 800 GS - 2009

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