NHTSA recall 17V-591 (17V591000)
equipment recall reported September 22, 2017 - about 1,478 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V591000
- Also written as
- 17V-591
- Reported
- September 22, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,478
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2016 F800 GT and 2015-2016 F800 R motorcycles. The rear side reflex reflectors on these vehicles may not be properly visible in certain traffic conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it is dangerous
Obscured reflectors may reduce the visibility of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the license plate holder to reposition the rear side reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 13, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-591 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.