recall information
Recall number
REC-000081
PRA number
2016/15811
Campaign number
00 00 13 18 00
Original published date
make and model information
Make
BMW
Model
G650 GS G 650 GS SERTAO
Year range
2010 - 2015
Affected units
1,034
Identifying features
Refer attached list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Software errors in the engine control unit (Digital Motor Electronics-E) can cause a faulty setting of the idle controller. In some cases, this can result in the engine stalling when it is at idle speed and the clutch is disengaged.
What are the hazards?
If the engine stalls this could potentially cause an accident or hazard to the rider and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer, or call the BMW Group Australia Customer Interaction Centre on freecall: 1800 813 299.
Supplier details
BMW Group Australia
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.