NHTSA recall 12V487000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 k1200 s, k1200 r, and k1200 r sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 k1300 s (including hp limited edition) motorcycles to the recall campaign, representing an additional 421 units. The total number of motorcycles being recalled is now 2,483. In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake…
Why it matters: Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.
The fix: The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2007 BMW K 1200 R
- 2007 BMW K 1200 S
- 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport
- 2008 BMW K 1200 R
- 2008 BMW K 1200 S
- 2008 BMW K1200 R Sport
- 2012 BMW K 1300 S
- 2013 BMW K 1300 S
- BMW K 1200 R
- BMW K 1200 S
- BMW K 1300 S
- BMW K1200 R Sport
All model years NHTSA lists
2012 Bmw K 1300 S, 2007 Bmw K1200 R, 2008 Bmw K1200 R, 2007 Bmw K1200 R Sport, 2008 Bmw K1200 R Sport, 2007 Bmw K1200 S, 2008 Bmw K1200 S, 2013 Bmw K1300 S.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V487000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.