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2020 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

4 open recalls

Read the first one before you drive it again. Every repair below is free.

Key facts

  • Recall repairs are free by law, however old the vehicle is.
  • You don't need to be the original owner to have it fixed.
  • There is no deadline — an open recall stays open until it's repaired.

Open recalls

Source: NHTSA · synced 29 Jul 2026 13:14
Repair when you can Power train

A damaged gearbox input shaft or a blocked rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash.

In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 18,534 vehicles affected Read campaign 23V011000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
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Repair soon Service brakes

Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir.

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."

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 9,392 vehicles affected Read campaign 20V476000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Service brakes

Improper brake system maintenance could affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

The brake fluid reservoir cap may not clearly state the required type of brake fluid and the process for filling the reservoir, possibly leading to an improper maintenance procedure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 365 vehicles affected Read campaign 20V166000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Exterior lighting

A flashing brake light can cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

The brake light may flash instead of remain steady during emergency braking. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 4,026 vehicles affected Read campaign 20V146000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

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