Recall 14V264000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Report Date
20140516
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Affected Vehicles
6 models

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.

Safety Consequence

An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2012 BMW C600 SPORT MAXI-SCOOTER
2012 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
2013 BMW C600 SPORT MAXI-SCOOTER
2013 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER
2014 BMW C600 SPORT MAXI-SCOOTER
2014 BMW C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.