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 failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 5.
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Recalls 1
Power train: manual transmission: internal: shaft: input
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 23V011000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 BMW R 1250 RT 20
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.
- Multiple factors may
- Frame and mounting parts
- BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the...
- The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
- Multiple factors may
- Battery empty despite charger.
- The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the "Driving...
- Note: Before performing a repair and submitting a claim, first confirm that the vehicle has the above...
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Is the 2022 BMW R 1250 RT reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2022 BMW R 1250 RT, fewer than a typical R 1250 RT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 BMW R 1250 RT?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW R 1250 RT have?
1 recall, covering power train.
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