How many recalls does the 2020 BMW R 1250 R have?

The 2020 BMW R 1250 R has 2 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2020 BMW R 1250 R?

The most recent recall was issued on March 19, 2020 and relates to the service brakes, hydraulic:fluid system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2020 BMW R 1250 R?

Yes, there are 2 high-risk recalls for the 2020 BMW R 1250 R involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2020 BMW R 1250 R affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2020 BMW R 1250 R.

2020 BMW R 1250 R Complaints

The 2020 BMW R 1250 R has two recalls, the more serious being a brake light that flashes instead of staying steady during emergency braking, which can confuse following drivers and raise the risk of a rear-end collision.

The second recall concerns the brake fluid reservoir cap, which may not clearly identify the correct type of brake fluid or the proper procedure for refilling it. If the wrong fluid is used during routine maintenance, braking performance can be compromised.

What Owners Report

Total Complaints

By System

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1

Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →

Federal Crash Test Ratings

No federal crash test ratings are available for this vehicle year.

All 2 Recalls

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NHTSA (USA)Low Risk

March 19, 2020

2020 BMW R 1250 R NHTSA Campaign #20V166000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."

Safety Risk

Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

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.

365 vehicles affectedUpdated May 25, 2026

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2020 BMW R 1250 R Complaints

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