BMW R 1250 GS problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 29 owner complaints and 6 recalls on file for the BMW R 1250 GS (2019–2023).

Complaints
29
Recalls
6
Model years
5
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per BMW R 1250 GS model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every BMW R 1250 GS model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2023 R 1250 GS20011Body & Structure
2022 R 1250 GS30001Electrical System
2021 R 1250 GS10002—
2020 R 1250 GS80005Brakes
2019 R 1250 GS150003Brakes

Most common BMW R 1250 GS problem areas (all years)

  • Brakes
    20 complaints
  • Electrical System
    4 complaints
  • Engine
    4 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    2 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    1 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints
  • Lighting
    1 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the BMW R 1250 GS received by NHTSA each month.

BMW R 1250 GS recalls

  • Recall 23V011000Jan 18, 202318,534 vehiclesModel years 2019–2023

    Risk: A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V495000Aug 20, 2020447 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: If the label detaches from the motorcycle, proper tire pressure information may not be readily available. This could result in the rider improperly filling the tires which may affect motorcycle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V476000Aug 13, 20209,392 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. Low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.

  • Recall 20V165000Mar 19, 20204 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: A loose connection between the final drive and swing arm will reduce stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V166000Mar 19, 2020365 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

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

  • Recall 20V146000Mar 12, 20204,026 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: A flashing brake light can cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other BMW models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology