BMW 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.
The short version
BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the service brakes, hydraulic fluid. Here is what owners need to know.
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 vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 20V-166.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2019–2020 | BMW R 1250 GS |
| 2019–2020 | BMW R 1250 GS Adventure |
| 2020 | BMW R 1250 R |
| 2020 | BMW R 1250 RS |
| 2019–2020 | BMW R 1250 RT |
| 2018–2020 | BMW R nineT |
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