Vehicle recall 17V438000 · July 10, 2017
BMW R 1200 GS and R1200 GS Adventure
The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
- Consequence
- If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V438000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 10, 2017
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- August 31, 2017
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 14,626
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW R 1200 GS (2014-2017): 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
- BMW R1200 GS Adventure (2014-2017): 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014
Has your BMW been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A BMW dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.