8Affected configurations shown2,483Potential units affected—Latest completion context
What can happen
Safety consequence
Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.
What fixes it
Official remedy
The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Recall lifecycle
Repair completion history
Campaign-level completion reporting. This does not determine whether a particular VIN has been repaired.
Latest reported completion: available in the live DOT record.
Affected vehicles
Vehicle configurations connected to 12V487000
2013 BMW K1300 SOpen vehicle record →2012 BMW K 1300 SOpen vehicle record →2008 BMW K1200 ROpen vehicle record →2008 BMW K1200 R SPORTOpen vehicle record →2008 BMW K1200 SOpen vehicle record →2007 BMW K1200 R SPORTOpen vehicle record →2007 BMW K1200 SOpen vehicle record →2007 BMW K1200 ROpen vehicle record →
Owner action
Campaign pages describe the public recall record. To determine whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall, use your VIN and verify the current status through NHTSA.