Vehicle recall 20V495000 · August 20, 2020
BMW R 1250 GS, R 1250 GS Adventure and 3 more models
The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame.
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 2021 R 1250 RT, R 1250 R, R 1250 RS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure motorcycles. The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. As a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 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
- 20V495000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 20, 2020
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner notification
- October 19, 2020
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 447
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Other › Labels
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 (2021): 2021
- BMW R 1250 GS Adventure (2021): 2021
- BMW R 1250 R (2021): 2021
- BMW R 1250 RS (2021): 2021
- BMW R 1250 RT (2021): 2021
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