The 2019 BMW R 1250 RT has 3 recalls, the most serious involving the gearbox input shaft, which can crack or break under certain riding conditions and cause the rear wheel to lock up suddenly.
Both remaining recalls involve the brake system. The front brake calipers can leak fluid while the motorcycle is parked, and over time that slow loss of fluid lowers the level in the reservoir enough to reduce stopping power at the front wheel. Separately, the brake fluid reservoir cap may lack clear labeling for the correct fluid type and refill procedure, which means a well-intentioned owner or technician performing routine maintenance could add the wrong fluid, degrading brake performance over time.
At a glance
What can fail
Under certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, which could block the rear wheel.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the engine control unit software at no cost to address the issue.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front brake calipers may leak brake fluid while the motorcycle is parked, reducing brake system effectiveness.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the front brake calipers and replace them with an improved version at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake fluid reservoir cap lacks clear instructions about which brake fluid type to use and how to refill the reservoir, risking improper maintenance.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
