Vehicle recall 20V165000 · March 19, 2020
BMW R 1250 GS and R 1250 RT
The pivot pin that connects the final drive to the swing arm may be damaged, causing the connection between the final drive and swing arm to loosen.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 R1250GS and R1250RT motorcycles. The pivot pin that connects the final drive to the swing arm may be damaged, causing the connection between the final drive and swing arm to loosen.
- Consequence
- A loose connection between the final drive and swing arm will reduce stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the pivot pin, free of charge. The motorcycles are not with owners at this time. The recall began April 28, 2020. Please contact BMW customer service number 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V165000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 19, 2020
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- April 28, 2020
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Driveline
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 1250 GS (2020): 2020
- BMW R 1250 RT (2020): 2020
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