The 2003 BMW R1150GS has two recalls, with the most serious being a transmission defect where shifting from 5th to 6th gear can engage both gears at once, cracking the gear wheel and causing the transmission to seize or lose drive power entirely.
The second recall involves the rear brake hose, which can split open when the rear suspension reaches full extension during riding. If the hose splits, brake fluid escapes and rear brake pressure drops, reducing stopping ability.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear brake hose can split open when the rear suspension fully extends during riding, causing brake fluid and pressure loss.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the rear brake hose and reroute it to prevent splitting.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The 3rd and 4th gear wheels may not sit securely on the intermediate shaft. When shifting from 5th to 6th gear, both gears can engage at once, causing the gear wheel to crack or the transmission to lock. A locked transmission can cause the rear wheel to lock, affecting motorcycle stability.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the entire transmission gearbox.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
