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2020 BMW R 1250 GS and BMW R 1250 RT recall: driveline

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on March 19, 2020. It covers about 4 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4
reported
Mar 19, 2020
owners notified
Apr 28, 2020
related complaints
1

Power train: driveline

What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 R1250GS and R1250RT motorcycles. The pivot pin that connects the final drive to the swing arm may be damaged, causing the connection between the final drive and swing arm to loosen.
Risk
A loose connection between the final drive and swing arm will reduce stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the pivot pin, free of charge. The motorcycles are not with owners at this time. The recall began April 28, 2020. Please contact BMW customer service number 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 20V165000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about transmission problems.

2020 BMW R 1250 GS2020 BMW R 1250 RT

Questions about recall 20V165000

Is there a recall on the 2020 BMW R 1250 GS and BMW R 1250 RT driveline?

Yes. Recall 20V165000, reported on March 19, 2020, covers about 4 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V165000?

Dealers will replace the pivot pin, free of charge. The motorcycles are not with owners at this time. The recall began April 28, 2020. Please contact BMW customer service number 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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