CarRecallWatchThe 2019 BMW R 1250 RT has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (7 reports).
2019 BMW R 1250 RT recalls
Gearbox Shaft May Break, Risking a Locked Rear Wheel and Crash
A gearbox input shaft on these motorcycles can become damaged or break under certain engine operating and riding conditions.
Front brake calipers can leak fluid, risking crash
Front brake calipers on these motorcycles may leak brake fluid while the bike is parked.
Brake fluid cap may cause improper brake maintenance
The brake fluid reservoir cap on these motorcycles may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid or explain how to fill the reservoir.
Most common 2019 BMW R 1250 RT problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
When I purchased the motorcycle as a demo the front fender was loose from the fittings/placement. I repaired it and reported it to the BMW dealer. In the years that I have owned this motorcycle I have had to repair the same issue at least three times. I believe the dealer has also repaired it at least once after my complaint. Please see pictures attached. This is a serious safety issue as the Fender may come loose and interfere with the rotation of the front tire, resulting in an accident, or worse, injury.
Hill Start Control malfunction this feature Hold the bike when it comes to a stop uphill or downhill of 5' degree gradient or more for max 2.5 minute, when auto mode on the brake will automatically hold the bike when it comes to a stop on a gradient and release when cultch lever release bike take off, when hill hold suddenly release without warning the bike roll backward or forward depending on the situation cause crash because your hand or foot are not on the brake you rely on HSC. My 2019 BMW R1250RT HSC stop working at 15000 miles at that time intermittently once or twice a month as time goes on it getting more frequently now happen every time at any gradient and random time will release
Purchased 2019 BMW R1250RT on August 1, 2019. Noticed brake fluid leaking from day one but really didn't think anything of it at first. Fast forward to December 2020 and was doing a routine search on another vehicle and I thought I should check for recalls on my bike. Thats when I found Recall Campaign No: 20V-476. Bike has been sitting in garage ever since with 920 miles on it. I paid over 27,000.00 grand total. I took the bike to the dealer yesterday and asked about repairs and owner told me BMW are replacing brake rotors with Brembo brakes. Ok, great do it! Owner states that they are not available. I asked him if he and BMW were going to buy my bike back given that I cant ride it or sell
EXISTING NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 20V476 RECALL WAS STARTED AUG 2020. BMW ISSUED STOP SALE ON MY MODEL AND RELATED MODELS. FOUND OUT DURING SERVICE OCT 2020 THAT MY BIKE WAS AFFECTED. BMW TODAY MARCH 4TH 2021 TOLD ME THEY DON'T HAVE A DATE FOR REPLACEMENT BRAKE PARTS. I CANNOT TRADE OR SELL THIS BIKE WITH THIS RECALL AND BMW HAS NO REMEDY. BMW HAS HAD MORE THAN ENOUGH TIME TO FIX THIS RECALL PERMANENTLY AND AS SUCH I THINK THEY SHOULD BE FORCED TO BUY BACK CUSTOMER'S MOTORCYCLES. EXISTING NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 20V476
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 BMW R 1250 RT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V476000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GO AZ MOTORCYCLES (15500 N HAYDEN RD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260; (480)609-1800) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2019 BMW R 1250 RT questions
Does the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT: Gearbox Shaft May Break, Risking a Locked Rear Wheel and Crash; Front brake calipers can leak fluid, risking crash; Brake fluid cap may cause improper brake maintenance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (7), Engine (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 BMW R 1250 RT has been fixed?
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