2021 Bmw R 1250 R problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment:other:labels 2020-08-20 · campaign 20V495000 · 447 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 R 1250 RT, R 1250 R, R 1250 RS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure motorcycles. The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. As a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
Risk: If the label detaches from the motorcycle, proper tire pressure information may not be readily available. This could result in the rider improperly filling the tires which may affect motorcycle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (15)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2023-08-14 · MC160323 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.
Equipment 2023-06-07 · SIB-620123 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
with the second model update of the r 1250 r and r 1250 rs, the ?sport? view in the tft display is part of the standard equipment. this sub-function is not activated in vehicles that are not equipped with optional equipment ?224 drive modes pro?.
Equipment 2023-04-14 · SIB620123 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
with the second model update of the r 1250 r and r 1250 rs, the ?sport? view in the tft display is part of the standard equipment. this subfunction is not activated in vehicles that are not equipped with optional equipment ?224 drive modes pro?.
Structure 2023-03-08 · SIB460123 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
frame and mounting parts
Service Brakes 2022-11-08 · MC000222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
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