DVLA recall archive
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TYRES MAY HAVE CUTS IN SIDE WALLS.
Cuts have been observed on isolated Continental tyres fitted to vehicles. The cuts (1-5 cm in length) are of varying severity and can lead to a loss of tyre pressure. This can destroy the tyre if the vehicle continues to be driven.
Recall affected vehicles examine all tyres and replace any found with cuts in the sidewalls.
LOWER STEERING SHAFT MAY FAIL
Due to the long term effects of corrosion the above vehicles are being recalled. The corrosion is an age related problem and this recall action will target the oldest cars first in groups of 15000 to 20000. It is believed that as long as the vehicle has a current MOT and is serviced correctly any possible corrosion problems with the shaft will be highlighted as a matter of course. If customers are concerned they can visit any BMW dealer to have the shaft checked.
DEFECT (cont.) If the component is safe the car will not be repaired at this stage but will be recalled at a later date as originally planned. REMEDY Recall affected vehicles and fit modified lower steering shaft.
OIL MAY LEAK FROM OIL PUMP AND MAY CONTAMINATE REAR WHEEL
The circlip which holds the spring loaded thermostatic element in the oil pump housing may work loose and cause oil to leak out and make its way to the rear wheel whilst the motorcycle is ridden and may place safety of rider at risk.
Recall affected motorcycles and check circlip location. If faulty oil thermostat unit will be replaced.
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL TO OPERATE REMAIN ON OR FLICKER
There is a possibility that the brake light switch circuits may become defective and cause the brake light circuit to fail stay on continuously or flicker. In extreme cases the brake switch could overheat.
Recall affected vehicles and replace brake light switch with a modified version.
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL TO OPERATE REMAIN ON OR FLICKER
There is a possibility that the brake light switch circuits may become defective and cause the brake light circuit to fail stay on continuously or flicker. In extreme cases the brake switch could overheat.
Recall affected vehicles and replace brake light switch with a modified version.
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL TO OPERATE REMAIN ON OR FLICKER
There is a possibility that the brake light switch circuits may become defective and cause the brake light circuit to fail stay on continuously or flicker. In extreme cases the brake switch could overheat.
Recall affected vehicles and replace brake light switch with a modified version.
POSSIBILITY THAT GEARBOX MAY LOCK UP
Possibility that the automatic transmission may lock up at speeds below 15mph.
Recall affected vehicles and fit a new quality assured gearbox.
POSSIBILITY THAT GEARBOX MAY LOCK UP
Possibility that the automatic transmission may lock up at speeds below 15mph.
Recall affected vehicles and fit a new quality assured gearbox.
POSSIBLE UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF SIDE AIRBAGS AND ACTIVATION OF BATTERY ISOLATOR SWITCH
In certain driving conditions it is possible for the side airbags and the battery terminal (safety isolation switch) to trigger when this is not necessary ie when no accident has occurred.
Recall the affected vehicles and recode the airbag control unit.
TOTAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE
The steering lock wiring loom has insufficient free movement or may rub on the metal plate below the instrument cluster.
Affected machines are being recalled for alterations to the steering lock wiring loom routing and securing arrangements.
CORROSION ON LOWER STEERING SHAFT
Instances of corrosion on the corrugated section of the lower steering shaft have occurred. This could lead to eventual weakening of the shaft.
All vehicles fitted with corrugated type lower steering shafts will have them replaced with quality assured examples.
SECURITY OF STUB AXLE MOUNTINGS
The three bolts which secure the stub axle to the spring strut may not have been fully torqued on initial assembly.
Recall the affected vehicles and check the torque setting on the bolts involved retorqueing as required. Any bolts found to have been loose (as distinct from being insufficiently torqued) will be replaced.
POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO WHEEL BEARINGS
Due to production tolerances at the halfshaft splines the rear wheel bearings may not have been correctly pre-loaded during assembly. This could lead to bearing damage and premature failure.
Recall the affected vehicles and check the halfshaft flange connection. Where this is outside prescribed tolerances the halfshaft and roller bearing will be replaced.
FRONT SUSPENSION LINKAGE/POSSIBLE HANDLEBAR CRACKING
A. The nut securing the front suspension telelever joint may under extreme circumstances become loose for RS and GS models B. Handlebar cracking may occur on high mileage R1100RS SE (Ergonomic) version machines.
A. Replace the telelever joint nut with an improved version incorporating a self locking adhesive. B. On affected R1100RS SE machines replace the original handlebars with an improved version.
POSSIBLE LOOSENING OF SUSPENSION PIVOTS
As a consequence of arduous off-road use the bearing pin locating the swinging arm on the rear axle and the locating bolt nut on the front suspension telelever arm may loosen.
Recall the affected machines and: A) Remove clean examine and re-fit the swinging arm bearing pin having applied locking compound to the threads as directed by the manufacturer. B) Replace the flange nut on the front suspension strut retaining bolt wit
POSSIBLE SHORT CIRCUIT
An extension bracket connecting the main lead to the battery positive terminal can contact the battery carrier. This may result in a short circuit disturbing the operation of the ABS braking system.
Recall the affected machines for removal of the subject bracket and the fitting of a cable direct to the battery positive terminal.
BRAKE CALIPER BRIDGING PIPE MAY CONTACT THE FRONT WHEEL
It is possible that the brake pipe connecting the two front brake calipers may be disturbed during routine maintenance and could as a result contact the front wheel.
Recall the affected machines for replacement of the original connecting pipe by a redesigned version routed to eliminate the possibility of wheel contact.
POSSIBLE CHAFING OF THE BATTERY CABLE
Chafing may occur where two cables pass through a grommet in the front bulkhead. This could result in a short circuit and fire risk.
Recall affected vehicles. De-energise the 6 sq.mm. battery positive cable which backs up the engine management system by cutting it at both ends and taping it to the cable. An alternative arrangement is being made to back up the engine management system.
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