Bmw Motorrad recall: The transmission input shaft can break in rare cases where riding manoeuvres cause abrupt and major speed differences between engine and final drive.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The transmission input shaft can break in rare cases where riding manoeuvres cause abrupt and major speed differences between engine and final drive.
- What to do
- Contact a Bmw Motorrad dealer to book the free repair. The engine control unit software must be updated.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The transmission input shaft can break in rare cases where riding manoeuvres cause abrupt and major speed differences between engine and final drive.
The fix
The engine control unit software must be updated.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| R 1250 GS | 28 Aug 2018 | 2 Dec 2022 | 13,701 |
| R 1250 GSA | 31 Aug 2018 | 14 Dec 2022 | 13,701 |
| R 1250 RT | 9 Oct 2018 | 25 Nov 2022 | 13,701 |
| R 1250 RS | 9 Oct 2018 | 25 Nov 2022 | 13,701 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 23 January 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.