1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2026 BMW R 1300 RT.
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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.
2026 BMW R 1300 RT recalls
Power train: driveline, universal joint · Power train: driveline, driveshaft
NHTSA campaign 25V672000 · reported October 8, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 3 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 R 1300 RT motorcycles. The cardan shaft may not have been sufficiently hardened, causing the universal joint to slip within the shaft and result in a loss of drive power.
The risk
A loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the cardan shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters will not be mailed because BMW called the one owner on October 30, 2025 and remedied the motorcycle on 11/21/25. 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.
Steering1
Suspension1
Wheels1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
May 13, 2026 · Suspension
Motorcycle has exhibited unstable handling behavior since delivery. The defect is specifically a weaving and wobbling oscillation that occurs when the motorcycle is upright and traveling in a straight line, as if the bike is constantly riding on rippled or uneven pavement even on smooth road surfaces. The rear of the…
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 BMW R 1300 RT, the most recent reported on October 8, 2025 (Power train: driveline, universal joint, Power train: driveline, driveshaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 BMW R 1300 RT?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (1 complaints), followed by suspension (1).
How many 2026 BMW R 1300 RT complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 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 13, 2026.