BMW R Nine T (2014-2017) Recall: Loose Pivot Pin Risk
BMW recalls 2014-2017 R Nine T motorcycles due to potential right-side pivot pin loosening, which could affect handling and increase crash risk. Owners will receive free repairs.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling certain 2014-2017 R Nine T motorcycles because bolts connecting the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen. This could affect handling and stability, increasing crash risk. Owners should contact BMW for free repairs. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1247933-bmw-r-nine-t-2014-2017-recall-loose-pivot-pin.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1247933-bmw-r-nine-t-2014-2017-recall-loose-pivot-pin · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V502000
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“BMW R Nine T (2014-2017) Recall: Loose Pivot Pin Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1247933-bmw-r-nine-t-2014-2017-recall-loose-pivot-pin. Based on NHTSA recall #17V502000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V502000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the right-side pivot pin bolts loosen, the motorcycle's handling and stability may be compromised. This could lead to a crash, especially during maneuvers requiring precise control.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2014-2017 BMW R Nine T motorcycles are affected. Riders using these bikes without the fix are at higher risk of handling issues.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2014-2017 BMW R Nine T motorcycles. The recall covers all models in this range, as the bolts connecting the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
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What to do — step by step
Contact BMW
Reach out to BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email CustomerRelations@bmwmotorcycles.com to schedule the free repair.
What NHTSA says to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will remove the pivot pin bolts, clean, and re-install them with the proper torque after applying a thread locking adhesive, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelations@bmwmotorcycles.com.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 2 months.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V502000 (August 14, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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