BMW motorcycles
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0611/09 |
| Brand | BMW |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | BMW F 800 GS, Type E8GS. |
| Published | 8 May 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because, due to irregularities in the manufacturing process, the front-wheel quick-release axles could break due to reduced wall thickness. Severe loads on the front wheel (off-roading, for example) could cause damage to the quick-release axle.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The motorcycles concerned have a type-approval number e1*2002/24*0352 and were built between August 2008 and October 2008.