2012–2014 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, 2012–2014 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooter Recall: In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function…
NHTSA campaign 14V264000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed May 16, 2014 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 C 600 Sport Maxi-Scooter, and C 650 GT Maxi-Scooter motorcycles manufactured August 2, 2012, through February 18, 2014. In the affected motorcycles, the camshaft chain tensioner may not function properly, resulting in an engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camshaft chain tensioner, free of charge. BMW distributed interim notification to owners on July 15, 2014. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | C600 Sport Maxi-Scooter | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| BMW | C650 GT Maxi-Scooter | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 14V264000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.