CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A gearbox input shaft on these motorcycles can become damaged or break under certain engine operating and riding conditions. This can cause the rear wheel to become blocked, which increases the risk of a crash.
A dealer will update the engine control unit software at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2023. If you have questions, you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW R 1250 GS | 20192020202120222023 |
|---|---|
| BMW R 1250 GS Adventure | 20192020202120222023 |
| BMW R 1250 RT | 20192020202120222023 |