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BMW Motorrad K17 recalled over an electrical or software fault

Electrical or software fault

​​Due to an insufficiently sealed cable shoe moisture can rise within the cable and in unfavourable cases reach the 12 V connector to the DC/DC converter. This can lead to corrosion on the electrical contacts and as a result to increased contact resistance. The increased electrical resistance can cause the connector to heat up. In rare individual cases the heat generated may affect adjacent components.​.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • K17

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 25/03/2014 – 26/08/2020
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 0000612800

What to do now

An electrical or software fault affects some BMW Motorrad K17.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Electrical and software faults can affect lights, warnings, cameras or driver assistance systems, and some can lead to a loss of function while driving.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/233). Quoted as issued.

Summary

​​Due to an insufficiently sealed cable shoe moisture can rise within the cable and in unfavourable cases reach the 12 V connector to the DC/DC converter. This can lead to corrosion on the electrical contacts and as a result to increased contact resistance. The increased electrical resistance can cause the connector to heat up. In rare individual cases the heat generated may affect adjacent components.​.

Defect

​​Due to an insufficiently sealed cable shoe moisture can rise within the cable and in unfavourable cases reach the 12 V connector to the DC/DC converter. This can lead to corrosion on the electrical contacts and as a result to increased contact resistance. The increased electrical resistance can cause the connector to heat up. In rare individual cases the heat generated may affect adjacent components.​

Remedy

A repair wiring harness with be installed on the motorcycle

Models

K17

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are BMW Motorrad K17 being recalled?

An electrical or software fault affects some BMW Motorrad K17. Electrical and software faults can affect lights, warnings, cameras or driver assistance systems, and some can lead to a loss of function while driving.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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