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Motorcycle Recall - BMW

NHTSA Campaign ID:  10V274000
Component:  Power Train
Manufacturer:  BMW of North America, LLC
Recall Date: 06/15/2010
Potential Number of Units Affected: Not Announced
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Defect Summary:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 F650GS and F800GS motorcycles manufactured from September 27, 2007 through March 30, 2009. The drive chains may not have been produced to specification. As a result, over time the drive chain could break.
Consequence Summary:
If the broken chain becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the frame, the rear wheel could lock up, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective Summary:
The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a remedy plan or a notification schedule. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.

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