Does the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS, the most recent reported on January 18, 2023 (Power train: manual transmission, internal, shaft, input). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS?

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (12 complaints), followed by engine (3).

How many 2019 BMW R 1250 GS complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 BMW R 1250 GS recalls and problems

3 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS.

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complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 BMW R 1250 GS recalls

Power train: manual transmission, internal, shaft, input

NHTSA campaign 23V011000 · reported January 18, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC · 18,534 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2023 R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, and R1250RTP motorcycles. In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel.
The risk: A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Service brakes · Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper

NHTSA campaign 20V476000 · reported August 13, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC · 9,392 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R 1250 GS, GS Adventure and R 1250 RT, 2020 S 1000 RR and S 1000 XR motorcycles. The front brake calipers may leak brake fluid when parked. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
The 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.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 12, 2020. As of January 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. The recall began March 8, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid

NHTSA campaign 20V166000 · reported March 19, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC · 365 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
The risk: Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Service brakes12
Engine3
Electrical system2
Forward collision avoidance1
Power train1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Unknown or other1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jan 18, 2025 · Service brakes
Rear brake system malfunctions. Malfunctioning rear brake increases braking distance which can lead to a collision. The BMW dealer and customer service have confirmed problem. The motorcycle has be serviced for this four times at the BMW repair shop. The problem appears about every 3000 miles.

Jan 18, 2025 · Engine
Engine fails to start after shutoff and after engine temperature is hot. Inability to start engine on the road after cutting ignition can increase risk of being hit on the road. The dealer has not been able to reproduce. The vehicle has been inspected by BMW repair shop and had me replace the battery but the problem…

Jan 14, 2025 · Service brakes
Ever since purchased new in 2019 the rear brake goes away after riding. Dealer bleeds to fix and it goes away again after riding. By going away I mean rear brake pedal travel becomes very long with no positive stop when the brake finally works. Very soft feel thru the brake activation. Takes a stomp with my heel to…

Jun 25, 2023 · Electrical system
During the recent Safety Recall of this vehicle and subsequent repair, it was noted by the certified mechanic that oil was being wicked up along electrical lines in the stator. The mechanic issued an immediate "Do not ride, Do not operate" warning. 2019 BMW R1250GSA has 17,000 accident free miles. Many "false" engine…

May 31, 2023 · Service brakes
After three BMW dealer visits and rear brakes having been bled, the rear brake pedal becomes soft and does not stop the motorcycle. The same problem occurred each time within 2-3 months of the repair. The only way to stop the motorcycle is to use the front brake. The BMW service department cannot explain the reason…

R 1250 GS model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2019	3	15
2020	5	8
2021	2	1
2022	1	3

All BMW R 1250 GS years →

Questions

Does the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS, the most recent reported on January 18, 2023 (Power train: manual transmission, internal, shaft, input). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS?: Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (12 complaints), followed by engine (3).
How many 2019 BMW R 1250 GS complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 18, 2025.