1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure.
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recalls
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owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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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.
2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure recalls
Communication: auto crash notification
NHTSA campaign 25V480000 · reported July 25, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 33 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
The risk
In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
The fix
The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. 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.
Electrical system1
Exterior lighting1
Forward collision avoidance1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
May 11, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance · 9,000 miles
The contact owns a 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH on the highway in congestive traffic with the adaptive cruise control activated. The contact then stated that the motorcycle abruptly slow down as an unknown warning message appeared on the instrument panel…
Jul 24, 2025 · Exterior lighting
The headlight on the motorcycle is not fit for night riding. The factory setting provides an OK low beam, however, the high beam is pointed at the clouds. Adjusting the light to bring the high beam down to an acceptable level points the low beam so low that you can only see 10 feet in front of you. The options are…
Does the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure, the most recent reported on July 25, 2025 (Communication: auto crash notification). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).
How many 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 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 May 11, 2026.