CarRecallWatchThe 2023 BMW R 1250 RT has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (1 report).
2023 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.
Most common 2023 BMW R 1250 RT problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
What owners report
I believe the BMW configuration of the adaptive cruise control following distance selection might result in a rear end collision. I normally set the following distance to the longest setting, which corresponds to a two-second following distance (IMO, the minimum safe distance). I am fairly often caught off-guard by the system because the next time the bike is started, the following distance defaults to the *closest* following distance, and does so WITH NO visual warning in the instrument panel (the following distance is not displayed when cruise is set; it is displayed only after the distance control button on the left grip cluster is pressed). In my case, despite knowing this I still hav
2023 BMW R 1250 RT questions
Does the 2023 BMW R 1250 RT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2023 BMW R 1250 RT: Gearbox Shaft May Break, Risking a Locked Rear Wheel and Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 BMW R 1250 RT?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 BMW R 1250 RT has been fixed?
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