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NHTSA : 13V279000

Campaign Details

Component: STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND

Defect Description

BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2012, through October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.

Consequence / Hazard

The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.

Proposed Solution

BMW will notify owners and dealers will secure the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

🚗 Affected Vehicles2

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.