NHTSA recall 14V-065 (14V065000)
electrical system recall reported February 19, 2014 - about 4,453 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V065000
- Also written as
- 14V-065
- Reported
- February 19, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,453
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
Why it is dangerous
An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. 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 14V-065 when calling a dealer.
Affected 7 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.