NHTSA recall 00V267000
Fuel System, Gasoline · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The fuel tank is equipped with a carbon canister which helps control evaporative emissions from the fuel system. This canister is mounted to a metal insert that is integrated into the tank. During the production process, the thickness of the fuel tank material in the area of the insert may be less than intended. As a result, vehicle operating conditions such as vibration, high temperature, etc., could result in the…
Why it matters: The fuel tank could leak during refueling, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2001 Bmw F650Gs, 2001 Bmw F650Gs Dakar.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V267000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.