March 19, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20E013000
Brake Fluid Cap Missing Information/FMVSS 122
Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20E013
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected 49
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Motorcycle Accessory Brake Fluid Reservoir Covers, part numbers 8405-752, 8405-753, 8405-754 and 9829547 designed to fit certain 2019-2020 BMW R 1250 motorcycles, and part numbers 8404-098, 8405-100, 8405-102, and 1542056 designed to fit certain 2018-2020 BMW Rnine T motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these caps fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, “Motorcycle Brake Systems.”
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
18 Affected Products
Equipment
| BRAND | PART NO. | PRODUCTION DATES |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | BRAKE FLUID RES. COVER | |
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | R 1250 GS | 2019-2020 |
| BMW | R 1250 GS ADVENTURE | 2019-2020 |
| BMW | R 1250 R | 2020 |
| BMW | R 1250 RS | 2020 |
| BMW | R 1250 RT | 2019-2020 |
| BMW | R NINE T | 2018-2020 |
| BMW | R NINE T PURE | 2019-2020 |
| BMW | R NINE T RACER | 2018 |
| BMW | R NINE T SCRAMBLER | 2018-2020 |
2 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-20E013-2099.pdf 244.597KB
Non-Compliance Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-20E013-2697.PDF 214.373KB
Recalls Documents
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=20E013&docType=RCL
- Unique formula engineered to provide outstanding performance in todays high temperature braking systems
- Provides optimum braking response
- Exceeds DOT3 and DOT4 specifications
- Mixes with other conventional brake fluids
- For case order 12
- High compatibility. Use with or direct replacement for DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5.1
- Extended Service Interval (ESI): Lasts 100% longer than DOT 3, 50% longer than DOT 4, and 10% longer than DOT 5.1
- Exceeds all DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5.1 standards
- Wet boiling point ~ 365 DegreeF/Viscosity at -40 DegreeC ~ 670mm2/s
- Standard brake fluid has a recommended change interval of 2 years. The recommended change interval for Bosch ESI6 is 3 years.
- Premium DOT 3 Brake Fluid has a minimum boiling point of 450°F
- Meets and exceeds DOT 3 and all other Federal and SAE specifications and standards for motor vehicle brake fluids
- Mixes with all DOT 3 approved brake fluids
- Designed for use in disc, drum and ABS brake systems
- Protects DOT 3 ABS disc or drum brake systems
- Helps provide protection against brake failure from vapor lock
- Helps prevent corrosion in brake system
- Works with all brake systems requiring DOT 3 fluids
- Exceeds Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standard No. 116 and meets SAE spec. J1703
- High quality blend of polyethylene glycol ethers and additives
- Compatible with all brake system rubber components and other brake fluids
- Prevents seal hardening or softening
- Protects against rust and corrosion
- Provides excellent lubricity
- Provides an extra margin of safety in extreme braking conditions
- Mix of polyglycol ethers ensures hot brake-system operation will not create dangerous vapor
- Excellent for ABS, disc and drum brake systems
- Delivers braking power when needed by avoiding a spongy pedal
- Both wet and dry boiling points exceed the minimum government standards
- Minimal decrease of boiling point due to excellent water locking properties
- Non-foaming when filling and bleeding the brake system
- Excellent corrosion protection due to selected additives
- High safety tolerance against steam bubbles
- Makes brake fluid changing intervals of up to 3 years possible
- For hydraulic actuated brake and clutch systems
- Non-silicone synthetic fluid
- Extreme thermal resistance and stability
- Very high boiling point (312 degree centigrade / 594 degree Fahrenheit)
- Better aerodynamic performance
- High quality blend of polyethylene glycol ethers and additives
- Compatible with all brake system rubber components and other brake fluids
- Prevents seal hardening or softening
- In accordance with DOT 5. 1, DOT 4 and DOT 3 manufacturers recommendations
- Brake fluid
- 100% synthetic
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