recall information
Recall number
REC-006059
Campaign number
0000612100
Original published date
make and model information
Make
BMW
Model
R 1300 GS
Year range
2023 - 2024
Affected units
440
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The starter motor relay plastic cover may have been damaged during production, allowing moisture to enter into the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). As a result, the rider may be unable to restart the engine and/or an electrical short circuit may occur leading to a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred authorised BMW Motorrad dealer to have the starter relay replaced, free of charge.
Supplier details
B M W AUSTRALIA LTD.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
BMW Australia’s Recall Hotline
Contact phone
1800 243 675
Contact email
info@bmw.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
