2021 BMW R 1250 RT
3 Recalls for 2021 BMW R 1250 RT
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
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| 1970-01-01 | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT | 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.
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. |
| 1970-01-01 | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 R 1250 RT, R 1250 R, R 1250 RS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure motorcycles. The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. As a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, “Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars.”
Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| 2020-08-20 | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 R 1250 RT, R 1250 R, R 1250 RS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure motorcycles. The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. As a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, “Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars.”
Remedy:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2021 BMW R 1250 RT
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4 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2021 BMW R 1250 RT
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| 2021-09-06 |
WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11431888 |
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| 2021-09-06 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
ODI Number: 11431889 |
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| 2023-10-17 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11550398 |
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| 2024-09-05 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
ODI Number: 11612822 |
0 Investigations for 2021 BMW R 1250 RT
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27 Service Alerts for 2021 BMW R 1250 RT
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2022-05-13 | 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BATTERY EMPTY DESPITE CHARGER. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-18 | 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The motorcycle will not start. The vehicle battery is empty even though the battery charger was permanently connected to the 12V power socket. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-03 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This bulletin describes important software updates for the new 10.25? TFT instrument display. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-03 | 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin describes important software updates for the new 10.25? TFT instrument display. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-09-22 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
In an effort to continuously improve Motorrad connectivity capabilities, an important software update for the new 10.25? TFT display is scheduled. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-09-24 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
R 1250 RT Motorcycles built on or after March 1, 2021 and equipped with option: ?269A – Preparation Audio System? can be retrofitted with the audio module. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-07-13 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-05-05 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Special vehicles, Police, for example, should be configured/encoded with ISTA. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-23 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-23 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-23 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-23 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-01 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-01 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-01 | 136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger’s footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger’s footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger’s footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-01 | 130000 VISIBILITY
SERVICE ACTION – RENEW INTERIOR MIRROR HOLDER: The bonding of the interior mirror holder was not performed correctly. Incorrect bonding during production. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-01 | 115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
SERVICE ACTION – PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
I01 REX MISFIRES AT HIGH ALTITUDES USING WINTER-BLEND FUEL: The check engine light (MIL) is displayed, and in some cases the range extender (REx) engine will run rough for about 1 to 2 seconds during cold start. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW TURBOCORD PORTABLE EV 120 V/240 V CHARGER: The BMW-approved accessory TurboCord electric vehicle (EV) charger will not charge the vehicle. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021 BMW R 1250 RT
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