2022 BMW R 1250 RT

1 recalls, 1 complaints - 29 TSBs

23V011000 Jan 18, 2023
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT
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.
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.
18,534 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
STRUCTURE1
STRUCTURE May 27, 2022
Incident date: Dec 22, 2021
The contact owns a 2022 BMW R 1250 RT. The contact stated while riding 35 MPH, the motorcycle made a whistling sound. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer replaced the windscreen; however, the failure recurred. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 BMW R 1250 RT

29 manufacturer communications from 20 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT4
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE3
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY2
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL2
160000 STRUCTURE2
100000 POWER TRAIN2
353800 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER1
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS1
B611305 Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
MC160323 Aug 14, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.
SIB330222 Apr 24, 2023
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
SIB330222 Apr 24, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
SIB460123 Mar 8, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Frame and mounting parts
SIB460123 Mar 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Frame and mounting parts
MC000222 Nov 8, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
M410122 Oct 1, 2022
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
M410122 Oct 1, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
SIB330222 Jul 28, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
SIB610321 May 13, 2022
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BATTERY EMPTY DESPITE CHARGER.
SIB660820 May 1, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS
The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the "Driving Assistance" Check Control Message.
SIB090121 May 1, 2022
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians. The new ISTA Version is also able to be used in case of a Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) programming failure to get the customer
SIB090121 May 1, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians. The new ISTA Version is also able to be used in case of a Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) programming failure to get the customer
SIB010121 May 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Note: Before performing a repair and submitting a claim, first confirm that the vehicle has the above Notice of Limited Warranty Extension in the DCSnet Warranty Inquiry Vehicle Comments section. If you have Extended Limited Warranty (ELW)
B620222 Apr 1, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Sport mode is not displayed correctly in the instrument cluster. Instead of a red background in sport mode, the background is displayed in blue (like in Eco Pro mode). Software in the instrument cluster (Kombi).
B610722 Apr 1, 2022
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Check Control message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
B610121 Apr 1, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
B121021 Apr 1, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The customer complains that under moderate throttle application or on deceleration after throttle application, a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument cluster.
B110621 Apr 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information updated about engine oil filter cap drain plug. When performing an engine oil service on vehicles equipped with a N63M, N63B or S63M engines; the ETK states to use "Set oil filter element" P/N 11 42 5 A33 C42 or P/N 11 42 5 A33
B110521 Apr 1, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
B110521 Apr 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
B58N20N55S55 Apr 1, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Component and Issue Specific Limited Emission Warranty Extension. This component-specific limited emission warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.
MC610321 Mar 18, 2022
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.
B640322 Mar 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
No heater output in passenger area.
B840222 Mar 1, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
The customer finds an indication in the a??myBMWa?? app that the tires need service due to wear. Even after replacing the tires, the tire service indicator is still present in the myBMW app.
B840222 Mar 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The customer finds an indication in the a??myBMWa?? app that the tires need service due to wear. Even after replacing the tires, the tire service indicator is still present in the myBMW app.
B840222 Mar 1, 2022
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
The customer finds an indication in the a??myBMWa?? app that the tires need service due to wear. Even after replacing the tires, the tire service indicator is still present in the myBMW app.
B640322 Mar 1, 2022
353800 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
No heater output in passenger area.

BMW R 1250 RT - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW R 1250 RT across all model years (2019, 2024).

14 Total Recalls
29 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
3 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW R 1250 RT - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2023 1 1 View
2022 (current) 1 1
2021 2 6 View
2020 5 6 View
2019 4 10 View

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