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Did BMW install a new fuel pump assembly, or just the reinforcement?

  • Yes - Entire fuel pump assembly (incl. fuel pump)

    Votes: 56 65.9%
  • No - Dealer just reinforced the flange

    Votes: 24 28.2%
  • I did the work myself and reinforced the flange

    Votes: 5 5.9%

Fuel Pump Flange Recall Poll

15K views 19 replies 17 participants last post by  GlynH 
#1 · (Edited)
Fuel Pump Flange Recall - new Pump or just Flange reinforcement?
 
#3 ·
Did the repair myself, but took the bike in to have the recall documentation for the bike and stated that the flange had cracked. The dealer said if that is the case, they are replacing the pump. About an hour and 10 minutes later I was headed for home with a new pump.
 
#4 ·
Whole pump was replaced...


Scary to think that I thought I had a minor leak, it turned out it was major and not noticeable due to the fuel dropping onto the headers and evaporating before hitting the ground.. The left leg of my riding pants was also soaked with fuel.


Bike runs better with the new pump... Maybe the teabag filter was becoming clogged?? It is not a maintenance item. I asked.
 
#5 ·
My 12GT's pump failed and I paid the dealer to fix it... Not long after that, the recall came out and my dealer was kind enough to provide me with a gift card for my full repair cost. Nice work BMW of Las Vegas, going the extra mile is very much appreciated.
 
#6 ·
I've read this elsewhere as well, as far as it dripping onto the headers. Makes you wonder what took BMW so long to issue the recall... What a relief you must be feeling, I'm sure..

spafxer said:
Whole pump was replaced...


Scary to think that I thought I had a minor leak, it turned out it was major and not noticeable due to the fuel dropping onto the headers and evaporating before hitting the ground.. The left leg of my riding pants was also soaked with fuel.


Bike runs better with the new pump... Maybe the teabag filter was becoming clogged?? It is not a maintenance item. I asked.
 
#8 ·
CanAmK12GT said:
I've read this elsewhere as well, as far as it dripping onto the headers. Makes you wonder what took BMW so long to issue the recall... What a relief you must be feeling, I'm sure..


To see the leak I had to be at full speed on the freeway. I could see the fuel flowing out the left side of the bike near the oil filter.

Since I carry my dog as my riding partner, I had a plan to drop the bike and pull him out of the carry bag..... If my leg was on fire......!!!!! I hate to think about it.
:boom:
 
#9 ·
Dealer replaced the fuel pump and QD. Also, Max covered installing the hot start kit for the charger under warranty, even though it expire last year. I have complained to them a few times and they finally realized that this is what I needed. real Good people at Max.
 
#13 ·
My bike was sitting up for about 8 months while I was working away from home. I came home and had left about 3 inches of crappy fuel in the tank. Pump was a mess with sludge. I picked up a used assemble on ebay for the price of a pump, less than $70. I got it all cleaned up, bike runs great. Then I pop online and find this thread... I had no idea about the recall. I guess I'll take it in and see if I get a new, new pump!
 
#16 ·
I put an Oetiker clamp on it an it was snug. The first recall a few years back the shop put the bmw clamp on it. Now going in for a check up on this second recall. I suspect I'll get a new fuel pump flange. Will let you know. I think some damage comes from people putting in new to the bike female fittings.
 
#18 ·
Here is what can happen while inserting the fuel line quick connect if your not careful. You need to fully depress the disconnect plunger on the side of the tank side quick connect while inserting the hose quick connect. The sealing O'ring is on the hose. The sharp edges of the latching mechanism that you need to hold open can clip the side of the seal O'ring. Also a tiny bit of oring lube or grease to lube the oring is important. Got my bike back from warranty work and this easy to happen event struck. Pumped a nice little stream of gasoline when I went looking for the leak. Glad there was no fireball.
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#20 ·
I asked North Oxford Garage the same question and they told me it hasn't been done, wasn't needed and weren't aware of a recall.

Had the same response when I asked about the rear wheel flange, cam chain jump guide and software updates bearing in mind the bike was purchased from there, had the Pre-Delivery check, Running-in check and every subsequent service since.

According to the previous owner they did carry out the hot-start harness fix but it is not documented anywhere and NOG won't divulge any details to me because of GDPR.

When I enquired about checking for software updates the conversation went something like this;

ME: Can I book my 2010 K1300GT in to check if there any software updates are available please?

NOG: Does it start and run?

ME: Yes.

NOG: Well it has the latest software on it then.

Only the following day a friend of mine (another NOG customer) asked the same question on my behalf and was told; 'Tell him to bring it in and we'll charge him 15 minutes labour to perform the updates. But he will have to sign a disclaimer to take full responsibility if anything goes wrong it's down to him.'

Felt like responding by saying 'Only if you sign a disclaimer in return that states you have refused to check the fuel pump, rear wheel flange and jump guide so if it bursts into flames, the rear wheel falls off or the cam chain jumps then you take full responsibility.'

I can guess their answer to that...

So now I'm left feeling like a second-class customer, have no confidence in them and won't be going back.

Way to go BMW...

-=Glyn=-
 
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