NHTSA Recall 00V267000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 417 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW F650GS.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V267000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 12, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 21, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel tank is equipped with a carbon canister which helps control evaporative emissions from the fuel system. This canister is mounted to a metal insert that is integrated into the tank. During the production process, the thickness of the fuel tank material in the area of the insert may be less than intended. As a result, vehicle operating conditions such as vibration, high temperature, etc., could result in the fuel tank developing a crack in the area of the insert.
Safety risk
The fuel tank could leak during refueling, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank.
Notes
Owner notification began september 21, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117, option #5. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V267000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.