NHTSA recall 25V-480: Communication

BMW of North America, LLC · Reported July 25, 2025 · 2 affected model years

Communication recall

25V-480
July 25, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
Safety risk
In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
Remedy
The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number25V480000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Report dateJuly 25, 2025
ComponentCommunication: Auto Crash Notification
Fixed over the airNo
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Affected vehicles