CarRecallWatchThe 2024 BMW R 1250 RT has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (2 reports).
2024 BMW R 1250 RT recalls
Front Strut May Loosen, Risking Loss of Stability
A front spring strut on these motorcycles may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve.
Most common 2024 BMW R 1250 RT problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
Regarding headlight warnings and horn malfunction and/or other possible electrical safety issues. (in addition to previous entry for brake a malfunction) On a few occasions (in addition to the mentioned intermittent brake malfunction) the motorcycle "low beam" headlight has stopped on occasion giving a dash warning and reset on it's own and "possible" ground fault or some other codes but BMW NA has been unwilling to have the dealer do any diagnostic work to adequately determine any potential safety issues. Within the last month one of the horns has quit working, possibly shorted out. Due to parts not being available the dealer cannot repair the motorcycle. They will not diagnose until
On May 2, 2026 I was operating the vehicle at 60 mph on the interstate. There were absolutely no other vehicles in my line of sight or on the roaway anywhere near me. The motorcycle went into automatic breaking and the brakes appeared to activate all on their own and almost locked up. I immediately was able to pull over and smell the very strong smell of burning brakes. I shut off the motorcycle let it cool down and proceeded to the local dealer. The dealer had absolutely no idea what could have happened and did not have time or ability to look into it further at that time. They did observe that the rear brake caliper and disk appeared to be discolored and may have gotten very hot. They're
2024 BMW R 1250 RT questions
Does the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT: Front Strut May Loosen, Risking Loss of Stability. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (2), Electrical System (1), Exterior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2024 BMW R 1250 RT has been fixed?
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