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Buying a used 2019 BMW R 1250 RT? Check these 4 recalls first
The same two high-severity recalls as other 2019 R 1250 bikes apply: front brake calipers that can leak fluid, and a gearbox shaft that can break. Two low-severity recalls concern missing brake fluid instructions on the cap and on accessory reservoir covers. Nine owner complaints reached NHTSA, eight under service brakes. These are unverified reports, but the brakes theme lines up with the caliper recall. No crashes or injuries reported.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Ask for repair orders covering the brake caliper recall on this VIN
- Inspect front calipers for fluid residue and check lever travel when hot
- Confirm the gearbox shaft recall was completed before purchase
- Open recalls are repaired free at any BMW dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 BMW R 1250 RT
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| BMW motorcycles: front brake calipers can leak brake fluid | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| BMW R 1250 motorcycles: gearbox shaft can break | Power Train | high |
| BMW Motorcycles: Brake Fluid Cap Missing Correct Instructions | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | low |
| BMW Accessory Brake Reservoir Covers Lack Fluid Instructions | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | low |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
9 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 8 | Yes |
| Structure | 1 | None found |
| Engine | 1 | None found |