BMW has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 through 2009 M3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission.  They stated that the problem involves the double clutch gearbox.  In a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may preform a multistage downshift.

In that situation, at low vehicle speeds, it is possible for the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.  Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission electronic control unit with updated software free of charge.  Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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BMW has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 F650 and F800 GS motorcycles.  They stated the tightening of the chain sprocket fasteners may have resulted in various levels of torque being applied.

It is possible for the fasteners to work loose from the sprocket, increasing the risk of a crash.  Dealers will loosen and inspect the chain sprocket fasteners.  Those that have been damaged will be replaced.  In all cases, the fasteners will be retightened.  The recall is expected to begin during January 2009.  Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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BMW has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 F650 and F800 GS motorcycles.  They stated the tightening of the chain sprocket fasteners may have resulted in various levels of torque being applied.

It is possible for the fasteners to work loose from the sprocket, increasing the risk of a crash.  Dealers will loosen and inspect the chain sprocket fasteners.  Those that have been damaged will be replaced.  In all cases, the fasteners will be retightened.  The recall is expected to begin during January 2009.  Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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BMW has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2007 through 2008 Mini Cooper S vehicles.  They stated that the centrally located tailpipe extension protrudes slightly beyond the rear bumper.  It is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a persons leg.

If the tailpipe extension is hot during inadvertent contact, a burn could occur.  Dealers will replace the tailpipe with a new shorter one free of charge.  The recall is excpected to begin during January 2009.  Owners may contact BMW at 1-866-275-6464.

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BMW has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008-2009 M3 passenger vehicles with an optional double clutch transmission.  The problem involves the double clutch gearbox.  In a situation of rapid vehicle deceleration, the transmission software may preform a multistage downshift.

In that situation, at low vehicle speeds, it is possible for the engine to stall increasing the risk of a crash.  Dealers will reprogram the engine and transmision electronic control unit with updated software free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.  Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

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BMW has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 K1200 S and GT motorcycles.  They stated that the fasteners used to secure the front brake disc may not be long enough to ensure a secure mounting.  Over time, these fasteners could loosen.  If that happened, the brake disc would no longer be securely mounted.

Failure to observe the following precautions, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and riders reactions, could increase the risk of a crash.  Dealers will inspect and install a longer front brake disc fasteners and reroute the sensor cable free of charge.  Owners may contact 1-800-831-1117.

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