NHTSA campaign 18V830000

BMW of North America, LLC recall 18V830000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2019 F850GS motorcycle. The engine connecting rods may not have been installed properly, possibly causing them to become loose and disconnect over time.

Reported 11/26/2018

What can happen

Loose engine connecting rods can damage the engine, causing a loss of engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Repair

The motorcycle has not yet been sold, and the dealer will replace the engine, free of charge, prior to sale. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Components

  • Engine and engine cooling: Engine

Affected years and models

A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.