NHTSA recall 23V011000

Power Train · BMW of North America, LLC

January 18, 2023report date

18,534units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel.

Why it matters: A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2023.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2019 Bmw R 1250 Gs, 2020 Bmw R 1250 Gs, 2021 Bmw R 1250 Gs, 2022 Bmw R 1250 Gs, 2023 Bmw R 1250 Gs, 2019 Bmw R 1250 Gs Adventure, 2020 Bmw R 1250 Gs Adventure, 2021 Bmw R 1250 Gs Adventure, 2022 Bmw R 1250 Gs Adventure, 2023 Bmw R 1250 Gs Adventure, 2019 Bmw R 1250 Rt, 2020 Bmw R 1250 Rt, 2021 Bmw R 1250 Rt, 2022 Bmw R 1250 Rt, 2023 Bmw R 1250 Rt.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 23V011000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.