Vehicle recall 02V190000 · July 23, 2002
2003 BMW F 650 CS
On certain motorcycles, due to a manufacturing defect, it is possible that the wheel could develop a crack.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, due to a manufacturing defect, it is possible that the wheel could develop a crack. Over time, the crack could worsen to the point that the wheel failed and the drive belt derailed.
- Consequence
- This would result in a loss of drive capability at the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear drive belt wheel. Owner notification began September 10, 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, option #4.
- Notes
- Also, customers can 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
- 02V190000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 23, 2002
- Filed by
- BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
- Owner notification
- September 10, 2002
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 576
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Wheels
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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