POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The input shaft in your motorcycle's gearbox is like a strong, spinning rod that connects your engine to your rear wheel. In some 2019-2023 models, this shaft might bend or break while you're riding.
Risk if Unfixed
If the input shaft fails, it can lock up your rear wheel, making it harder to steer and control your motorcycle. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the computer system that controls your engine, and this service is completely free. You should schedule the update as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The front brake caliper is a critical part of your motorcycle's braking system. In some 2019-2020 BMW motorcycles, this caliper can leak brake fluid when the bike is parked.
Risk if Unfixed
If the caliper leaks, the brake fluid level in your reservoir can drop. Over time, this could impair your brakes' performance, making it harder to stop, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect and replace the front brake caliper with a more reliable one, at no cost to you. They'll take care of this important repair as soon as possible, and you'll be notified when it's done.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R 1250 GS, GS Adventure and R 1250 RT, 2020 S 1000 RR and S 1000 XR motorcycles. The front brake calipers may leak brake fluid when parked. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. Low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 12, 2020. As of January 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. The recall began March 8, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The brake fluid reservoir cap on your motorcycle is what tells you which type of brake fluid to use and how to fill it up. In certain 2018-2020 BMW models, this cap might not provide clear instructions.
Risk if Unfixed
If you don't use the right brake fluid or fill the reservoir correctly, your brakes might not perform as well as they should. This could make it harder to stop your motorcycle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap with a new one that clearly explains the correct maintenance procedure, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The brake fluid reservoir cap on your motorcycle is a protective cover for the brake fluid container. In some cases, this cap doesn't clearly show the type of brake fluid needed or how to fill it up, which could lead to incorrect maintenance.
Risk if Unfixed
If you use the wrong brake fluid or don't fill the reservoir correctly, your brakes might not perform as they should. This could make it harder to stop your motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap with a new one that clearly shows the correct maintenance procedure – it's free, and you should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Motorcycle Accessory Brake Fluid Reservoir Covers, part numbers 8405-752, 8405-753, 8405-754 and 9829547 designed to fit certain 2019-2020 BMW R 1250 motorcycles, and part numbers 8404-098, 8405-100, 8405-102, and 1542056 designed to fit certain 2018-2020 BMW Rnine T motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these caps fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 14, 2020. Parts will be available in mid-September 2020 for the recall repairs. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
