BMW R 1300 RT problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2026–2026: 1 recall campaign and 1 owner complaint. Pick a model year.
By year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1 |
What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Power Train #25V672000 · 2025 · 3 units
Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2026 r 1300 rt motorcycles. the cardan shaft may not have been sufficiently hardened, causing the universal joint to slip within the shaft and result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the cardan shaft, free of charge. owner notification letters will not be mailed because bmw called the one owner on october 30, 2025 and remedied the motorcycle on 11/21/25. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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