# Service bulletin MC160214

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10245433
- Published by NHTSA: 2023\-12\-06
- Manufacturer's number: MC160214
- Manufacturer's date: 2023\-11\-13
- NHTSA component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

## NHTSA's summary

BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender “Fuel Strip” equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10245433-0001.pdf)
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## Components

Fuel system

## Vehicles listed

- 2006 to 2008 BMW K 1200 GT
- 2006 to 2008 BMW K 1200 R
- 2007 BMW K 1200 R SPORT
- 2005 to 2008 BMW K 1200 S
- 2009 to 2011 BMW K 1300 GT
- 2010 to 2011 BMW K 1300 R
- 2009 to 2013 BMW K 1300 S
- 2011 to 2013 BMW K 1600 GT
- 2011 to 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL
- 2005 to 2008 BMW K1200 GT
- 2009 to 2010 BMW K1200 GT
- 2005 BMW K1200 LT
- 2005 to 2008 BMW K1200 R
- 2009 to 2010 BMW K1200 R
- 2005 to 2008 BMW K1200 R SPORT
- 2005 to 2008 BMW K1200 S
- 2009 to 2010 BMW K1200 S
- 2006 BMW K1200LT
- 2008 to 2009 BMW K1200LT
- 2005 to 2011 BMW K1300 GT
- 2005 to 2011 BMW K1300 R
- 2005 to 2011 BMW K1300 S
- 2013 BMW K1300 S
- 2005 to 2006 BMW R 1150 GS ADVENTURE
- 2005 to 2013 BMW R 1200 GS
- 2006 to 2007 BMW R 1200 GS ADV
- 2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US
- 2005 to 2013 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2007 to 2013 BMW R 1200 R
- 2009 BMW R 1200 R US
- 2005 to 2013 BMW R 1200 RT
- 2005 to 2009 BMW R 1200 RT \(AUTHORITY\)
- 2009 BMW R 1200 RT US
- 2006 to 2007 BMW R 1200 S
- 2005 to 2007 BMW R 1200 ST
- 2005 to 2007 BMW R SERIES
- 2005 to 2011 BMW R1200 GS
- 2013 BMW R1200 GS
- 2006 to 2011 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2006 to 2008 BMW R1200 HP2
- 2006 to 2008 BMW R1200 R
- 2011 BMW R1200 R
- 2005 to 2011 BMW R1200 RT
- 2006 to 2008 BMW R1200 S
- 2005 to 2007 BMW R1200 ST
- 2008 BMW R1200 ST

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2021056](/recalls/tc/2021056.md), 2021-02-09: Fuel System
- [21V060000](/recalls/nhtsa/21V060000.md), 2021-02-08: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- [2020437](/recalls/tc/2020437.md), 2020-09-16: Fuel System
- [20V471000](/recalls/nhtsa/20V471000.md), 2020-08-10: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- [2013442](/recalls/tc/2013442.md), 2013-12-13: Fuel System
- [13V617000](/recalls/nhtsa/13V617000.md), 2013-12-12: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- [10V275000](/recalls/nhtsa/10V275000.md), 2010-06-16: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- [2009268](/recalls/tc/2009268.md), 2009-09-17: Fuel System
- [09V319000](/recalls/nhtsa/09V319000.md), 2009-08-07: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- [2005054](/recalls/tc/2005054.md), 2005-03-03: Fuel System

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [MC48166137](/bulletins/10162814.md), 2019-07-15, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM. Fuel Gauge faulty.
- [130413](/bulletins/10152347.md), 2018-12-17, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. N55 Engine: Erroneous Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated with Mixture Faults Stored in the DME. INFORMATION An error has been identified in the current version of ETK regarding N55 fuel injector replacement part numbers and production dates. Installing the incorrect injector part number can lead to an erroneous Service Engine Soon lamp illumination and various mixture faults stored in the DME. Correct part numbers and applicable production dates: P/N 13 64 7 639 994 is for all vehicles produced from 7/2013 P/N 13 64 7 597 870 is for all vehicles produced up to 7/2013
- [130612](/bulletins/10150318.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. "N63 and N74 Engine: ISTA/D 2.33 Diagnostic Error in the Low\-pressure Fuel Supply Sensor Value. INFORMATION When diagnosing the low\-pressure fuel supply sensor with one of the following test plans and ISTA/D 2.33, an error will be encountered in the display. The value of the low\-pressure fuel supply sensor will read 0 bar at all times. \* B1214\_DI6KNDR \* D18KHDR \* AT1214\_DIKNDR \* AT1214\_DIKHDR Do not replace the low\-pressure fuel supply sensor. The operating pressure of the low\-pressure fuel supply sensor can found in ""DME Diagnostic Query"" using the following procedure: 1. Exit the test plan and return to the control unit tree. http://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi\-bin/omcgi.exe?sie\_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm\_store/14907...11/7/2012 Page 2 of 2 2. Select ""DME"" in the control unit tree. 3. Select "" Call Up ECU Functions."" 4. Select ""Diagnostic Query."" 5. Select ""Fuel Pressure \(Low Pressure\)."" 6. Select ""Query Status."" The engine must be running to verify operation of the pressure sensor. The software error will be corrected in ISTA/D 2.34, scheduled for release in December 2012. "
- [130712](/bulletins/10150257.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. N63 and S63 Engine: High\-pressure Fuel Injector Replacement Procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: \* During a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. \* During a hot start, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. ??While driving or idling, the engine will misfire and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. \* Various misfire faults are stored in DME fault memory. CAUSE An internal failure of the high\-pressure fuel injector can lead to incorrect operation.
- [130413](/bulletins/10150256.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. N55 Engine: Erroneous Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated with Mixture Faults Stored in the DME. INFORMATION An error has been identified in the current version of ETK regarding N55 fuel injector replacement part numbers and production dates. Installing the incorrect injector part number can lead to an erroneous Service Engine Soon lamp illumination and various mixture faults stored in the DME. Correct part numbers and applicable production dates: P/N 13 64 7 639 994 is for all vehicles produced from 7/2013 P/N 13 64 7 597 870 is for all vehicles produced from 1/2011 to 7/2013 P/N 13 53 7 568 607 is for all vehicles produced to 1/2011 It is good practice to verify that the part number being removed from the engine matches the new injector part number, until further notice. When the ETK data is corrected, a notification will be distributed.
- [121413](/bulletins/10150254.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. "N63T: Drive Malfunction Message with Rail Pressure Sensor Fault Stored. The Check Control Message ""Drive, drive moderately"" is displayed with any of the following rail pressure sensor faults stored in the DME: 119001 \- Rail pressure sensor, electrical: Short circuit to positive 119002 \- Rail pressure sensor, electrical: Short circuit to ground 119101 \- Rail pressure sensor 2, electrical: Short circuit to positive 119102 \- Rail pressure sensor 2, electrical: Short circuit to ground A poor electrical connection between the rail pressure sensor and engine harness due to vibration"
- [MC5382641801](/bulletins/10150154.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE. R1200R has no fuel level or engine temperature display despite having an on\-board computer
- [130712](/bulletins/10150101.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: ENGINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. N63 and S63 Engine: High\-pressure Fuel Injector Replacement Procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: \* During a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. \* During a hot start, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. ??While driving or idling, the engine will misfire and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. \* Various misfire faults are stored in DME fault memory. CAUSE An internal failure of the high\-pressure fuel injector can lead to incorrect operation.
- [161514](/bulletins/10148173.md), 2018-11-13, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. NVLD Tank Leakage FC 190302 Fuel Tank Ventilation and Purge Air System Micro Leak. The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and the following fault code is stored in the DME memory: z FC 190302 Fuel tank ventilation and purge air system micro leak leakage greater than 0\_5 mm CAUSE Contamination of the NVLD pressure switch electrical contacts
- [B130215](/bulletins/10147192.md), 2018-11-05, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. "?SI B13 02 15July 2015 Fuel SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 02 15 dated May 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Service Action: N63 Replace High\-Pressure Fuel Pumps. The high\-pressure pump may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduced engine output. This Service Action involves F01, F02, F04, F07, F10, F12, F13, E70, E71, and E72 vehicles with the N63 engine produced from January 1, 2011 to December 1, 2011. Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as ""Open"" when checked either in the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet \(Dealer Communication System\) or with the Key Reader. CAUSE The high\-pressure pump quantity control valve may fail."

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