recall information
Recall number
REC-006207
Campaign number
0000112900
Original published date
make and model information
Make
BMW
Model
HP4, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, S 1000 XR, HP4 Race, M 1000 R, M 1000RR, M 1000 XR
Variants
K46, K47, K49, K60, K63, K66, K67, K69, KM3, KM9
Year range
2009 - 2024
Affected units
827
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
A production batch of oil filters had a manufacturing defect that can result in the threaded connection becoming loose at high RPM.
As a result, oil could leak resulting in an engine stall or accumulation in the presence of an ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.
The oil filters may have been fitted during a service or oil change.
As a result, oil could leak resulting in an engine stall or accumulation in the presence of an ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.
The oil filters may have been fitted during a service or oil change.
What are the hazards?
An engine stall or vehicle fire could increase the risk of serious injury or death to riders, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred authorised BMW Motorrad dealer or BMW Australia’s hotline on 1800 243 675.
The installed oil filter will be checked and replaced if required. All work is completed free of charge.
The installed oil filter will be checked and replaced if required. All work is completed free of charge.
Supplier details
B M W AUSTRALIA LTD.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
BMW Australia 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.
