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.