Rear wheel mounting flange may crack
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 r1200gs and r1200rt, 2006-2010 r1200gs adventure, 2007-2010 r1200r, 2007 r1200s and k1200r sport, 2005-2007 r1200st, 2008-2009 hp2 megamoto, 2006 hp2 enduro, 2008-2010 hp2 sport, 2005-2008 k1200s, 2006-2008 k1200r, k1200gt, 2009-2011 k1300s, 2010-2011 k1300r, and 2009-2010 k1300gt motorcycles. in the affected motorcycles, the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are over tightened.
Safety Consequence
If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. the recall began on may 7, 2015. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 15V141000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V141000?
NHTSA recall 15V141000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on March 11, 2015. It addresses: Rear wheel mounting flange may crack. The recall affects approximately 43,426 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V141000 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.