BMW R 1250 RT problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 6 recalls on file for the BMW R 1250 RT (2019–2024).

Complaints
22
Recalls
6
Model years
6
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per BMW R 1250 RT 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 RT model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2024 R 1250 RT20001Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2023 R 1250 RT10001Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2022 R 1250 RT10001Body & Structure
2021 R 1250 RT40002Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2020 R 1250 RT60004Brakes
2019 R 1250 RT80003Brakes

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

  • Brakes
    13 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    4 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    2 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Engine
    1 complaints
  • Lighting
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

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

BMW R 1250 RT recalls

  • Recall 24V165000Feb 29, 2024191 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.

  • 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.

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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