2024 BMW R 1250 RT recalls

1 safety recall, 2 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

2024
1Recalls
2Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2024 BMW R 1250 RT recall list

Suspension recall

24V-165
February 29, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.
Safety risk
A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2024 BMW R 1250 RT owner complaints

2 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System1
Exterior Lighting1
Unknown or Other1
Forward Collision Avoidance1

Recent complaints

June 16, 2026Electrical SystemExterior LightingUnknown or Other

Regarding headlight warnings and horn malfunction and/or other possible electrical safety issues. (in addition to previous entry for brake a malfunction) On a few occasions (in addition to the mentioned intermittent brake malfunction) the motorcycle "low beam" headlight has stopped on occasion giving a dash warning and reset on it's own and "possible" ground fault or some other codes but BMW NA has been unwilling to have the dealer do any diagnostic work to adequately determine any potential safety issues. Within the last month one of the horns has quit working, possibly shorted out. Due to parts not being available the dealer cannot repair the motorcycle. They will not diagnose until parts

May 7, 2026Forward Collision Avoidance

On May 2, 2026 I was operating the vehicle at 60 mph on the interstate. There were absolutely no other vehicles in my line of sight or on the roaway anywhere near me. The motorcycle went into automatic breaking and the brakes appeared to activate all on their own and almost locked up. I immediately was able to pull over and smell the very strong smell of burning brakes. I shut off the motorcycle let it cool down and proceeded to the local dealer. The dealer had absolutely no idea what could have happened and did not have time or ability to look into it further at that time. They did observe that the rear brake caliper and disk appeared to be discolored and may have gotten very hot. They're n

2024 BMW R 1250 RT recall FAQ

Does the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT. The most recent, filed February 29, 2024, concerns the suspension.

What are the most common 2024 BMW R 1250 RT problems?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (1 reports), followed by exterior lighting.

Is the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2024 BMW R 1250 RT?

Contact any authorized BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.