2023 BMW R 1250 RT
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 BMW R 1250 RT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.
2023 BMW R 1250 RT at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2023 BMW R 1250 RT recalls 1
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.
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2023 BMW R 1250 RT common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 7
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
Due to a manufacturing fault, the proportional valve within the suspension strut may come loose over its lifetime. As a result, this can lead to a loss of the damping function.
Bulletin MCS330088 · Suspension · Jan 2024The 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 âÂÂdi…
Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.
Bulletin MCAS4023 · Power Train · Sep 2023Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.
Bulletin MC160323 · Electrical System · Aug 2023Multiple 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.
Bulletin SIB330222 · Power Train · Apr 2023Frame and mounting parts
Bulletin SIB460123 · Structure, Equipment · Mar 2023BMW 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.
Bulletin MC000222 · Service Brakes · Nov 2022Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the R 1250 RT. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
2023 BMW R 1250 RT vehicles on record
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