NHTSA Campaign 14V264000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Issued by BMW of North America, LLC · Reported May 16, 2014 · 1,360 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | C600 SPORT MAXI-SCOOTER | 2012 | 1,360 |
| BMW | C600 SPORT MAXI-SCOOTER | 2013 | 1,360 |
| BMW | C600 SPORT MAXI-SCOOTER | 2014 | 1,360 |
| BMW | C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER | 2012 | 1,360 |
| BMW | C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER | 2013 | 1,360 |
| BMW | C650 GT MAXI-SCOOTER | 2014 | 1,360 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 14V264000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.