Bmw R Series 2002
Model R Series made in 2002 by Bmw got 7 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding exterior lighting, fuel system, other. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 2002
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V028000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 05/01/2000 to 12/31/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 39000 | 04/30/2004 | ODI | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 01/15/2004 | 01/21/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, the o-ring in fuel line quick-disconnect coupling could become damaged and lead to a fuel leak. there is also a problem involving crimp-type hose clamps, which can result in a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, adjust all crimp-type hose clamps. also, all fuel line quick-disconnect couplings will be inspected. if a leak is detected, the quick-disconnect o-ring will be replaced. if damaged, the coupling will be replaced. owner notification began on april 30, 2004. owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| SB-00-021-07 | 11/01/2007 | 10030825 | Bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. bmw motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10% | 12/07/2009 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
| PE07031 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 06/21/2007 | 10/23/2007 | MOTORCYCLE FIRES | ||
| Unlike most motorcycles, where a sight glass is used to determine engine oil level, the subject, air-cooled, motorcycles are built by bmw with a polymer (plastic) sight glass that, in some instances, melts due to high engine/oil temperature.this typically occurs when the motorcycle is operated contrary to bmw's owner manual admonition: warning:do not keep the engine running while the motorcycle is at a standstill -- risk of overheating and fire.each of the alleged fires occurred while the motorcycle was parked and idling.odi is unaware of any structure fires where a melted sight glass is the root cause.of the eight known fires, one occurred in 2000, three in 2004 and again in 2005, and one in february, 2007.the subject vehicles do not have an elevated fire-related insurance claims history. based on the low incidence rate, it appears bmw's warning is effective and no defect trend is identified.further use of agency resources appears unwarranted.this investigation's closing does not constitute a nhtsa finding that no safety-related defect exists and we reserve the right to take further action if warranted. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 07/21/2006 | 6100 | 1 | 01/01/2002 |
| Quick disconnect fuel line fitting failure (fractured for no special reason while riding motorcycle) was not damaged or misused in any way. gasoline was spilling onto hot catalytic converter, but no fire. *jb | |||
| 08/05/2005 | 2 | ||
| 2002 bmw r1150r fuel leak problem/ fuel line recall.*mr the consumer stated the motorcycle developed a fuel leak during operation that resulted in gasoline being sprayed onto the engine block as well as the consumer leg. the consumer had the motorcycle towed and upon inspection, the consumer was informed that the male end of one of the quick disconnects on the fuel had cracked. the consumer had recall 04v028000 perform on the motorcycle in 2004. the repair work was covered under warranty, however the consumer is requesting reimbursement of the towing charges he incurred. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 12/01/2007 | 43000 | 1 | |
| Clutch to transmission input shaft splines failed on my 2002 bmw r1150rt motorcycle. sudden loss of power due to failure of the splines which connect the clutch plate to the transmission input shaft. fortunately i was on a side street which wasn't busy and near home. no accident resulted due to location where failure occurred. *tr | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/15/2007 | 42300 | 1 | |
| Final drive crown bearing failed. excess axle movement damaged seal, final drive oil leaked out over tire, oil on motorcycle tire is dangerous. i was lucky. there is lots on internet activity on this, there have been crashes and fires reported but i do not have personal knowledge of any. vehicle is 2002 bmw r1150rs same final drive design used on all r and k models for many years. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 06/26/2011 | 43000 | ||
| Earlier in the week the abs failure lights came on and then the brakes stopped working effectively. there is a backup residual braking of about 15%. i survived because i was not in traffic and did not need a serious stop. i had it fixed at the dealer on saturday. the lights were out and the brakes worked for about 4 on off cycles. then they failed again driving down the road. it has been intermittent since. i then researched this problem on the internet and found it is rampant. people have been permanently disabled. motorcycles have crashed over and over. bmw ignores it and wants over $2,400 for the part replacement alone. but the design is unsafe! when the abs fails it should give full normal braking power. it does not. more people are going to be killed by these systems. bmw claims to have tested the residual braking and found it safe. they are lying! no one could survive an emergency stop expecting normal function and getting only 15% with a ten times harder braking effort. further sometimes the failures cause the brakes to lock and the motorcycle to crash. they should at least offer free removal of this system. it can be done and make the machines safe. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | SANTA CRUZ | BMW OF SANTA CRUZ | 831-722-6262 |