BMW R1200 GS Adventure, R 1200 GS Adventure +1 more: Suspension — front

Affects BMW R1200 GS Adventure, R 1200 GS Adventure, R1200 GS · 2014–2017 — about 15K vehicles.

The hazard

If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational