Vehicle recall 09V129000 · April 17, 2009
BMW R 1200 GS and R1200 GS Adventure
In certain situations, such as high generator speeds combined with large demands for electrical current, spurious signals could emerge within the motorcycle's electrical system.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW is recalling model year 2008 R1200 gs and R1200 gs adventure motorcycles. In certain situations, such as high generator speeds combined with large demands for electrical current, spurious signals could emerge within the motorcycle's electrical system. If this were to occur, it could affect the pressure sensor signals of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control unit. If this happened, the ABS could switch off; however, in such a situation, a warning lamp would illuminate. Normal braking would still be available to slow and stop the motorcycle.
- Consequence
- Any time vehicle control is compromised a crash may occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the necessary components free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2009. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V129000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 17, 2009
- Filed by
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Owner notification
- October 26, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 893
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW R 1200 GS (2008): 2008
- BMW R1200 GS Adventure (2008): 2008
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