2019–2023 BMW R 1250 GS, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, BMW R 1250 RT: Power Train recall
NHTSA campaign 23V011000 · 19K units potentially affected · filed Jan 18, 2023
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2023 R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, and R1250RTP motorcycles. In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel.
Why it matters
A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V011000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- BMW OF North America, Llc
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT
- Units affected
- 18,534
- Report received
- Jan 18, 2023
- Owner letters
- Feb 22, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- BMW R 1250 GS 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- BMW R 1250 RT 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023