2026 BMW R 1300 RT: Power Train recall
NHTSA campaign 25V672000 · 3 units potentially affected · filed Oct 8, 2025
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 R 1300 RT motorcycles. The cardan shaft may not have been sufficiently hardened, causing the universal joint to slip within the shaft and result in a loss of drive power.
Why it matters
A loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the cardan shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters will not be mailed because BMW called the one owner on October 30, 2025 and remedied the motorcycle on 11/21/25. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V672000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- BMW OF North America, Llc
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
- Units affected
- 3
- Report received
- Oct 8, 2025
- Owner letters
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- 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 1300 RT 2026