2003 BMW R 1150 RT Recall

Campaign:: 02V319000 on 12/09/2002
Component:: Power train:manual transmission
Manufactured:: 08/31/2002 - 10/30/2002
Affected:: 515
Defect:: On certain motorcycles, it is possible that the 3rd and 4th transmission gear (shift) wheels may not be securely seated on the intermediate shaft. consequently, when attempting to shift from 5th to 6th gear, engagement of the two gears may occur simultaneously.
Consequence:: If this happens, the gear wheels could crack resulting in a loss of transmission capability, or, a lock of transmission could occur. the rear wheel could lock which, depending upon traffic and road conditions, and the rider's reaction, could affect the stability of the motorcycle.
Correction:: Dealers will inspect the motorcycles and replace the transmission gear box if necessary. owner notification is expected to begin during december 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #4.
Notes:: Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

2003 BMW R 1150 RT TSBs (4)

Bulletin:: 1200104
Component:: 112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:: Introduction of the new elast alternator drive belt and alternator pulley with freewheel. bmw r1100s, r1150r, r1150gs, r1150rs, and r1150rt. *tt
Bulletin:: SB-00-021-07
Component:: 090000 fuel system, other
Summary:: 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%
Bulletin:: SIB-16-02-09
Component:: 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:: Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as wel
Bulletin:: SIB-63-02-01
Component:: 120000 exterior lighting
Summary:: Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm