Report Date
Jul 26, 2024
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
Affected Vehicles
1

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1300 GS motorcycles. The housing for the starter motor relay may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a damaged relay that can overheat.

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Safety Consequence

An overheated electrical relay increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the starter relay and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2024 BMW R 1300 GS

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