NHTSA recall 25V-672: Power Train

BMW of North America, LLC · Reported October 8, 2025 · 1 affected model year

Power Train recall

25V-672
October 8, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC
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.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number25V672000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Report dateOctober 8, 2025
ComponentPower Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Fixed over the airNo
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