BMW — R1200GS, R1200GS Adventure, HP2 Mega Moto, HP2 Enduro, R1200RT, R900RT, R1200R, R1200ST, R1200S, HP2
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- During servicing of brake discs or when wheels are changed, the bolts may be tightened with excessive tightening torque. Cracks may appear in the wheel flange as a result. The cracks may, in the worst-case scenario, lead
- Origin
- Germany
What is this? This is about certain BMW motorcycles. A problem was found with the bolts that hold the wheels on.
What's happening? When workers tighten these bolts too much, cracks can form in the wheel part. This could cause the wheel to break.
Does this affect me? If you own one of these BMW motorcycles in the listed countries, you may be at risk.
What should I do? Take your motorcycle to a BMW dealer or repair shop right away. Ask your mechanic to check the bolts and wheels.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: During servicing of brake discs or when wheels are changed, the bolts may be tightened with excessive tightening torque. Cracks may appear in the wheel flange as a result. The cracks may, in the worst-case scenario, lead · Origin: Germany
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