NHTSA Recall 10V496000: Disc (service brakes)
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,780 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW F 650 GS.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V496000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC |
| Report received | October 18, 2010 |
| Owner notification | January 13, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW is recalling certain 2008 through 2010 f 650 gs motorcycles manufactured from january 11, 2008, through december 8, 2009. A washer may interfere with the front disc brake fasteners' torque. As a result, over time, a fastener or mutiple fasteners could become loose, allowing the brake disc to become loose.
Safety risk
A loose brake disc may interfere with proper braking performance and may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on january 13, 2011. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
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 10V496000
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.