2022 Bmw R 1250 Rt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Power Train:manual Transmission:internal:shaft:input 2023-01-18 · campaign 23V011000 · 18,534 vehicles
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.
Risk: A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (20)
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.
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 2023-04-24 · SIB330222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
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.
Structure:body:roof And Pillars 2022-10-01 · M410122 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak.
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What owners report
2022-05-27 · Structure · 5 mi“the contact owns a 2022 bmw r 1250 rt. the contact stated while riding 35 mph, the motorcycle made a whistling sound. the motorcycle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer replaced the windscreen; however, the failure recurred. the motorcycle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. the failure m…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.