REC-006059

active

2023–2024 BMW R 1300 GS

Category: Motorcycle · Supplier: B M W AUSTRALIA LTD.

Recall date: 15 August 2024

Defect

The starter motor relay plastic cover may have been damaged during production, allowing moisture to enter into the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). As a result, the rider may be unable to restart the engine and/or an electrical short circuit may occur leading to a vehicle fire.

Hazard

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred authorised BMW Motorrad dealer to have the starter relay replaced, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — B M W AUSTRALIA LTD. — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au