Safety Recall NHTSA · 10V488000 Reported October 8, 2010

Rear wheel linkage

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Suspension · 11,826 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
10V488000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
11,826
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 8, 2010

Defect Summary

Bmw is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 motorcycles. the bearings could be subject to corrosion. this could lead to reduced movement of the link lever.

Safety Consequence

This could affect the handling of the motorcycle increasing the risk a driver may lose control of the vehicle resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 10V488000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 10V488000

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

What is recall 10V488000?

NHTSA recall 10V488000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on October 8, 2010. It addresses: Rear wheel linkage. The recall affects approximately 11,826 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V488000 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.