NHTSA lists 6 complaints for the 2020 BMW R 1250 RT, 0 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as BMW R 1250 RT.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 5 | 83.3% | 0.98 |
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| mechanical failure | 1 | 16.7% | 1.00 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 5 | 83.3% | 0.90 |
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| low | 1 | 16.7% | 0.36 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 6 tagged complaints of 6 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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4 recalls.
Date: 2023-01-18. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2023 R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, and R1250RTP motorcycles. In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel.
Consequence: A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-08-13. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R 1250 GS, GS Adventure and R 1250 RT, 2020 S 1000 RR and S 1000 XR motorcycles. The front brake calipers may leak brake fluid when parked. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
Consequence: Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. Low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 12, 2020. As of January 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. The recall began March 8, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-03-19. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. A (excerpt)
Consequence: Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-03-19. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
13 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 3 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
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| STRUCTURE | 2 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
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10249027
Date: 2024-01-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle A A?A A A A discharged batteryA A?A A A A compl
10242536
Date: 2023-08-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.
10236237
Date: 2023-04-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
10235207
Date: 2023-03-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, STRUCTURE.
Frame and mounting parts
10228448
Date: 2022-11-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
10218351
Date: 2022-07-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
10214997
Date: 2022-05-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
BATTERY EMPTY DESPITE CHARGER.
10211897
Date: 2022-03-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The motorcycle will not start. The vehicle battery is empty even though the battery charger was permanently connected to the 12V power socket.
10203318
Date: 2021-09-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
R 1250 RT Motorcycles built on or after March 1, 2021 and equipped with option: ?269A - Preparation Audio System? can be retrofitted with the audio module.
10204682
Date: 2021-09-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
In an effort to continuously improve Motorrad connectivity capabilities, an important software update for the new 10.25? TFT display is scheduled.