NHTSA Recall 02V191000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 577 vehicles. It affects 2003 BMW F650 CS.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V191000 |
|---|---|
| Component | WHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS |
| Report received | July 23, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 10, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, it is possible that the hex nut that secures the wheel to the gearbox output shaft was tightened incorrectly during the vehicle assembly. As a result, the nut could loosen during vehicle operation. If this happens, the belt wheel would itself loosen on the output shaft, resulting in damage to the internal splines of the wheel and to the external splines of the output shaft as the vehicle is operated.
Safety risk
Over time, the splines could be damaged to the extent that the output shaft would not longer operate the drive belt, resulting in a loss of drive capability at the rear wheel.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the hex nut torque and adjust the tightness if necessary, and secure the nut with loctite. Owner notification began september 10, 2002. 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 #4.
Notes
Also, customers can 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 02V191000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW F650 CS | 2003 |
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.