Motorcycles
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0818/08 |
| Brand | BMW |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Models F800S, F800ST, R1200R, K1200S, K1200R Sport, K1200GT, types E8ST, R1ST, K12S, K12R |
| Published | 1 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the steering dampers of the vehicles concerned have a nickel coating which is susceptible to peeling. The resulting chips can cause a partial or total blockage of the damper oil bores. This can make the steering stiff. Blocking can occur only as a result of large-scale loss of coating and at full lock (turning, manoeuvring). If the steering blocks during travel, falls and injuries can occur.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Concerns vehicles built between 26 March 2007 and 20 April 2007.