Known Recalls

Model year record

2013 BMW K1300 S

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. No owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 12V487000

Service brakes, hydraulic

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
2,483
Reported to NHTSA
2012-10-05
Owners notified
2012-12-19

Defect description

BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP Limited Edition) motorcycles to the recall campaign, representing an additional 421 units. The total number of motorcycles being recalled is now 2,483. In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam.

Safety risk

Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

No complaints recorded for this model year.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.