Vehicle recall 10V273000 · June 16, 2010
BMW G 650 X US Country, G 650 X US Challenge and 1 more model
Over time, the roll gear pin's mounting attachment could break.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 g 650 x country, g 650 x challenge, and G650 x moto motorcycles manufactured from November 29, 2006 through may 19, 2008. Over time, the roll gear pin's mounting attachment could break.
- Consequence
- If this occurs, it would be possible for fragments of the attachment to become trapped between the drive chain and the rear sprocket. The rear wheel could lock up, possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the roll gear pin's mounting attachments free of charge. The safety recall began on August 30, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V273000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 16, 2010
- Filed by
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Owner notification
- August 30, 2010
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,807
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW G 650 X US Challenge (2007): 2007
- BMW G 650 X US Country (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
- BMW G 650 X US Moto (2007): 2007
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