2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure recalls

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

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

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2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure recall list

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.

2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure owner complaints

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

Problems by component

Electrical System1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Exterior Lighting1

Recent complaints

May 11, 2026Electrical SystemForward Collision Avoidance

The contact owns a 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH on the highway in congestive traffic with the adaptive cruise control activated. The contact then stated that the motorcycle abruptly slow down as an unknown warning message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the edge of a vehicle may have possibly entered his lane prior which may have triggered the abrupt slow down; however, the contact was uncertain if that were the case. A fellow motorist alerted to the contact after the failure that the brake lights did not appear when the vehicle made an abrupt slowdown. The contact activated his SOS warning lights to ale

July 24, 2025Exterior Lighting

The headlight on the motorcycle is not fit for night riding. The factory setting provides an OK low beam, however, the high beam is pointed at the clouds. Adjusting the light to bring the high beam down to an acceptable level points the low beam so low that you can only see 10 feet in front of you. The options are driving blind or blinding others; neither is safe.

2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure recall FAQ

Does the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure. The most recent, filed July 25, 2025, concerns the communication.

What are the most common 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure problems?

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

Is the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure?

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