BMW R 1300 GS Starter Relay May Overheat critical
BMW is recalling certain R 1300 GS motorcycles because the housing for the starter motor relay may have been made incorrectly. This can damage the relay and cause it to overheat.
BMW R 1300 GS recalls
1 recall covering model years 2024. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — a recall may apply only to some vehicles of a given year.
- 1 recalls
- 1 rated high or critical
- 2 owner complaints
- Jul 26, 2024 newest recall
BMW problem guides that cover the R 1300 GS
Owner complaints by model year
Complaints owners have filed with NHTSA about the BMW R 1300 GS. These are unverified reports; better-selling years collect more.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
BMW R 1300 GS recall questions
How many recalls does the BMW R 1300 GS have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2024 BMW R 1300 GS. 1 of them is rated high or critical on this site. The most recent is "BMW R 1300 GS Starter Relay May Overheat" (NHTSA campaign 24V557000), reported Jul 26, 2024.
Is there a do-not-drive or park-outside recall on the BMW R 1300 GS?
No. None of the 1 BMW R 1300 GS recall on file carries a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory from NHTSA.
How do I check whether my BMW R 1300 GS has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall often applies to only some vehicles of a model year, and the VIN lookup shows the ones still unrepaired on your car. Recall repairs are free at any franchised BMW dealer, including for second owners.