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NHTSA recall 06V486000

Tires · BMW of North America, LLC

December 21, 2006report date
144units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain motorcycles, the tire inflation valve hole in the rim of the cross-spoke wheel which is equipped with the optional tire pressure monitoring system (tpm) was incorrectly manufactured. A leak may develop at this location possibly causing sudden deflation of the tire.

Why it matters: If this happened, motorcycle handling and control would be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will temporarily deactivate the tpm system, remove the corresponding valves and integral tpm sensors, and then replace them with standard valves. When a permanent repair is available, owners will be notified to bring their vehicles in for reactivation of the tpm system and replacement of…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2006 Bmw R1200 Gs, 2006 Bmw R1200 Gs Adventure.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 06V486000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.