BMW — recall

Automotive · United Kingdom · 2024-08-06

BMW motorcycle Vario side case lid locking catches may not engage

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-08-06
Manufacturer	BMW MOTORRAD UK
Models affected	R1300GS
Units affected	1748
Defect	On motorcycles fitted with the accessory Vario side cases it is possible the locking catches for the lid do not engage and the lid is not securely locked. In this circumstance the lid may come open during use.
Remedy	On the affected motorcycles additional safety measures and a warning label will be fitted to allow continued use and once available the affected boxes will be replaced.
Recall number	R/2024/282
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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