Does the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT, 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 RT?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (7 complaints), followed by engine (1).

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

0 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 BMW R 1250 RT recalls and problems

3 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT.

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owner complaints

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 RT 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 brakes7
Engine1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Structure1

What owners report

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

May 15, 2026 · Structure
When I purchased the motorcycle as a demo the front fender was loose from the fittings/placement. I repaired it and reported it to the BMW dealer. In the years that I have owned this motorcycle I have had to repair the same issue at least three times. I believe the dealer has also repaired it at least once after my…

Oct 18, 2021 · Service brakes
Hill Start Control malfunction this feature Hold the bike when it comes to a stop uphill or downhill of 5' degree gradient or more for max 2.5 minute, when auto mode on the brake will automatically hold the bike when it comes to a stop on a gradient and release when cultch lever release bike take off, when hill hold…

Jun 11, 2021 · Service brakes
Purchased 2019 BMW R1250RT on August 1, 2019. Noticed brake fluid leaking from day one but really didn't think anything of it at first. Fast forward to December 2020 and was doing a routine search on another vehicle and I thought I should check for recalls on my bike. Thats when I found Recall Campaign No: 20V-476…

Mar 4, 2021 · Service brakes · 3,662 miles
EXISTING NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 20V476 RECALL WAS STARTED AUG 2020. BMW ISSUED STOP SALE ON MY MODEL AND RELATED MODELS. FOUND OUT DURING SERVICE OCT 2020 THAT MY BIKE WAS AFFECTED. BMW TODAY MARCH 4TH 2021 TOLD ME THEY DON'T HAVE A DATE FOR REPLACEMENT BRAKE PARTS. I CANNOT TRADE OR SELL THIS BIKE WITH THIS RECALL…

Feb 17, 2021 · Service brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 BMW R 1250 RT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V476000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GO AZ MOTORCYCLES (15500 N HAYDEN RD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260; [phone removed])…

R 1250 RT model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2019	3	9
2020	4	6
2021	2	4
2022	1	1

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Questions

Does the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT, 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 RT?: Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (7 complaints), followed by engine (1).
How many 2019 BMW R 1250 RT complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 9 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 May 15, 2026.