Vehicle recall 02V140000 · May 20, 2002
2003 BMW F 650 CS
On certain motorcycles, the screws that attach the rear brake caliper to the rear swing arm were not tightened correctly during assembly.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the screws that attach the rear brake caliper to the rear swing arm were not tightened correctly during assembly. The screws could loosen during vehicle operation and eventually fall-out, allowing the rear caliper to separate from its mount.
- Consequence
- If the caliper becomes trapped between the rear wheel and the swing arm, it could disconnect from the brake line, resulting in a loss of rear braking capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will check the torque of the rear brake caliper attachment screws and retighten them to the proper value if necessary. Owner notification began July 15, 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.
- Notes
- Customers can 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
- 02V140000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 20, 2002
- Filed by
- BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
- Owner notification
- July 15, 2002
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 522
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW F 650 CS (2003): 2003
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