2024 BMW R 1250 RT recalls and problems

1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT.

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recalls
2
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2024 BMW R 1250 RT recalls

Suspension: front

NHTSA campaign 24V165000 · reported February 29, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC · 191 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.
The risk
A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. 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.

What owners report

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

Jun 16, 2026 · Electrical system

Regarding headlight warnings and horn malfunction and/or other possible electrical safety issues. (in addition to previous entry for brake a malfunction) On a few occasions (in addition to the mentioned intermittent brake malfunction) the motorcycle "low beam" headlight has stopped on occasion giving a dash warning…

May 7, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance

On May 2, 2026 I was operating the vehicle at 60 mph on the interstate. There were absolutely no other vehicles in my line of sight or on the roaway anywhere near me. The motorcycle went into automatic breaking and the brakes appeared to activate all on their own and almost locked up. I immediately was able to pull…

R 1250 RT model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 2400
2022 1100
2023 1100
2024 1200

All BMW R 1250 RT years →

Questions

Does the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT, the most recent reported on February 29, 2024 (Suspension: front). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW R 1250 RT?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).
How many 2024 BMW R 1250 RT complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 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 June 16, 2026.