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Buying a used 2019 BMW R 1250 RT? Check these 4 recalls first
The 2019 BMW R 1250 RT has 4 recalls in this group, covering front brake fluid leakage, gearbox shaft breakage and brake-fluid information on original and aftermarket caps. Brake concerns also stand out in the complaint record, with 8 service-brake entries among 9 owner complaints. Structure, hydraulic and engine categories each have 1 entry. These are unverified owner reports, with 0 crashes, 0 fires and 0 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.
- Verify front brake fluid leak recall completion and inspect for seepage.
- Confirm applicable brake-fluid cap recalls were completed.
- Obtain documentation of gearbox shaft recall completion.
- 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 R 1250 Motorcycles Have Unclear Brake Fluid Cap | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| BMW Aftermarket Brake Fluid Cap Missing Fluid Info | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| BMW Motorcycle Front Brake Fluid Leak | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| BMW Motorcycle Gearbox Shaft May Break | Power Train | high |
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 |