NHTSAGeneral Alert
BMW of North America, LLC - Accessory Side Case May Detach from Motorcycle
Published: March 21, 2024Recall ID: 24E029000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A side case lid that detaches or the case contents that fall out, can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain BMW motorcycle dealer accessory side cases, designed to fit R1300 GS motorcycles, with part number: 77 41 9 444 361/362. The side case latch hooks may not snap properly into the lock, which can result in the case lid opening, and possibly detaching from the motorcycle.
Affected Products
Accessory Side Case May Detach from Motorcycle
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Accessory Side Case May Detach from Motorcycle |
| Nhtsa id | 24E029000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E029000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Defect summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain BMW motorcycle dealer accessory side cases, designed to fit R1300 GS motorcycles, with part number: 77 41 9 444 361/362. The side case latch hooks may not snap properly into the lock, which can result in the case lid opening, and possibly detaching from the motorcycle. |
| Completion rate | 100.00 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will repair the locking mechanism and hinges of the side cases, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Consequence summary | A side case lid that detaches or the case contents that fall out, can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially affected | 1322 |
| Report received date | 2024-03-21T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |