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BMW Korea Co., Ltd. R 1300 GS — recall

Automotive · South Korea · 2024-10-17

BMW R 1300 GS motorcycle starter motor controller may be damaged during installation, allowing moisture entry

Country	South Korea
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-10-17
Manufacturer	BMW Korea Co., Ltd.
Models affected	R 1300 GS
Units affected	183
Defect	Damage may occur during the installation of the improved electronic starter motor controller, allowing moisture to enter the starter motor controller. Additionally, during the repair process, improper fastening of the existing starter motor controller bracket may damage the wiring. This recall is due to the possibility of smoke or fire occurring if abnormal heat is generated by corrosion due to moisture ingress and leakage current due to wiring damage.
Component	Electrical system, other
Remedy	Replace with an improved mechanical starter motor controller (integrated with bracket).
Recall number	5423
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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