How many recalls does the 1998 BMW R1200C have?

The 1998 BMW R1200C has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1998 BMW R1200C?

The most recent recall was issued on October 22, 2001 and relates to the other system.

Is the 1998 BMW R1200C affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 1 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

1998 BMW R1200C Recalls Canada & USA

Transport CanadaCritical

October 22, 2001

1998 BMW R1200CTransport Canada Recall #2001255

OTHER

Defect

Certain motorcycles equipment with chrome-plated frames. Copper residue can remain in the tapped hole where the upper fork bridge attaches to the frames. Moisture can cause corrosion to occur between the copper residue and the aluminum frame. The stress of the connecting bolt attaching the upper fork to the frame could them decrease, leading to loosening, and ultimately, breakage of the bolt. If this happening, the dynamic stability of the motorcycle would be affected and a loss of control could occur.

Safety Risk

No risk description available.

Remedy

dealers will ream the hole in the frame head and install a helicoil thread insert and a new bolt.

250 vehicles affectedMfr ref: RC2001-255

1998 BMW R1200C Recalls — Canada & USA

1 Recall

Defect

Safety Risk

Remedy

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