Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V190000 Reported July 23, 2002

Bmw motorcycle/wheel cracks

Q: What is recall 02V190000?

NHTSA recall 02V190000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 23, 2002. It addresses: Bmw motorcycle/wheel cracks. The recall affects approximately 576 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Bmw Of North America, Llc · N/A · 576 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

02V190000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Bmw Of North America, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

576

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

July 23, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, due to a manufacturing defect, it is possible that the wheel could develop a crack. over time, the crack could worsen to the point that the wheel failed and the drive belt derailed.

Safety Consequence

This would result in a loss of drive capability at the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rear drive belt wheel. owner notification began september 10, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 02V190000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 02V190000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V190000?

NHTSA recall 02V190000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on July 23, 2002. It addresses: Bmw motorcycle/wheel cracks. The recall affects approximately 576 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V190000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.