Recalls
Recall 142656
USA Recall: Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2019-2020 r 1250 gs, gs adventure and r 1250 rt, 2020 s 1000 rr and s 1000 xr motorcycles. the front brake calipers may leak brake fluid when parked. as such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 122, "motorcycle brake systems."
Corrective Action:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. bmw issued owners an interim notification on october 12, 2020. as of january 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. the recall began march 8, 2021. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Additional Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles