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Vehicle recall 01V246000 · July 31, 2001

2000-2002 BMW R 1150 GS

Vehicle description: motorcycles.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The distance between the brake line and the speedometer drive cable could be too small. Due to compression and rebound of the fork, the speedometer cable could contact and chafe the brake line.
Consequence
Brake fluid leakage could occur, resulting in a loss of front braking capability. If this happened, depending on traffic conditions and the rider's reactions, a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will measure the distance between the front brake line and speedometer cable. The brake line will be replaced if the distance to the speedometer cable is found to be too small or if it is damaged. A new protective sleeve will be installed in the speedometer cable near the front fender. Owner notification began December 18, 2001. 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 #5.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
01V246000
Reported to NHTSA
July 31, 2001
Filed by
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
Owner notification
December 18, 2001
Vehicles potentially affected
2,997
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 01V246000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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