Recall 23V011000
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT
Report Date
20230118
Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT
Affected Vehicles
15 models
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | BMW | R 1250 GS |
| 2019 | BMW | R 1250 GS ADVENTURE |
| 2019 | BMW | R 1250 RT |
| 2020 | BMW | R 1250 GS |
| 2020 | BMW | R 1250 GS ADVENTURE |
| 2020 | BMW | R 1250 RT |
| 2021 | BMW | R 1250 GS |
| 2021 | BMW | R 1250 GS ADVENTURE |
| 2021 | BMW | R 1250 RT |
| 2022 | BMW | R 1250 GS |
| 2022 | BMW | R 1250 GS ADVENTURE |
| 2022 | BMW | R 1250 RT |
| 2023 | BMW | R 1250 GS |
| 2023 | BMW | R 1250 GS ADVENTURE |
| 2023 | BMW | R 1250 RT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.