NHTSA Recall 09V471000: Engine and engine cooling
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,019 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW K1300 GT.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V471000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | December 10, 2009 |
| Owner notification | February 22, 2010 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 k1300 s and k1300 gt motorcycles manufactured between september 11, 2008 and november 19, 2009. Poor fuel quality may lead to small deposits within the throttle bodies. During engine operation in a low RPM range, typically near idle speed (when coming to a stop) air flow could be sufficiently restricted and engine stalling could occur.
Safety risk
Engine stalling could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and repair the motorcycles by updating the engine management software free of charge. The safety recall began on february 22, 2010. Owners may contact BMW toll-free at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V471000
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.