2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 1993-09-02
Description
The positive battery cable connector may be attached to the positive terminal extension at an angle which may cause contact between the connector and the battery support causing an electrical short.
Consequence
If an electrical short exists, electrical current can beconducted from the battery support, through the front brake lines to the frame.on motorcycles with anti-lock brakes (abs) this may 1) cause the brake fluid toincrease in temperature which could impair front brake performance; and 2)melt a hole in the fuel tank causing a leak which could result in a fire. Onmotorcycles without abs, damage to the circuitry in the electronic enginecontrol unit may occur, causing an irregular-running engine.
Corrective Action
Remove the positive terminal extension and attach the positive battery cable connector directly to the battery terminal with a bolt.
Notes
System: electrical; battery.vehicle description: motorcycle.note: if your motorcycle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreedservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time withoutcharge or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact bmw customerrelations at 1-800-831-1117. Also contact the national highway trafficadministration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:FRONT
Posted on: 1994-06-29
Description
Certain suspension components can loosen when the motorcycle is ridden hard in rough off-road conditions. The right-hand bearing pin in the rear swinging arm and also the lower flange nut on the front strut can both loosen.
Consequence
This can result in reduction of the motorcycle's dynamic stability resulting in loss of control of the motorcycle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the bearing pin, apply a stronger adhesive and reassemble with an increased torque specification. The flange nut on the front strut will be replaced with a self-tightening nut.
Notes
System: suspension; motorcycle.vehicle description: motorcycles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact bmw service center at 1-800-831-1117. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.