BMW · Canada · Mod
BMW R1200GS, K1200S +13 more: Powertrain
Affects BMW R1200GS, K1200S, R1200ST, R1200RT, K1200GT, R1200GS Adventure, K1200R, HP2 Enduro, R1200S, R1200R, HP2 Megamoto, HP2 Sport, K1300S, K1300GT, K1300R · 2004–2011 — about 5K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles, the threaded holes on the rear wheel flange could crack if the wheel bolts are tightened beyond the specified torque limit during servicing. Over time, this could allow the bolts to back out of their threaded holes, causing the rear wheel to become loose. This could result in a loss of stability of the motorcycle, and increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will replace the aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel flange.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.