2017 BMW R Nine T recalls (1)
1 NHTSA safety recall covers the 2017 BMW R Nine T. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.
Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2017 BMW R Nine T. Check your R Nine T by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
Every 2017 BMW R Nine T recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Structure · NHTSA 17V502000
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R NINE T motorcycles. The bolts that connect the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
- Risk
- If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
2017 BMW R Nine T complaints and service bulletins
BMW has issued at least 85 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (34)
- Equipment (18)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (8)
- Power Train (8)
- Steering (4)
- Engine (3)
Read BMW R Nine T owner complaints and bulletins, every year
Check your R Nine T by VIN
Not every 2017 BMW R Nine T is in every recall. Enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact vehicle, then confirm which are still open at NHTSA.gov or with any BMW dealer.