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2016 BMW R1200 GS Adventure

2 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 Equipment

If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.

When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors.

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

Free repair · 47,775 vehicles affected Read campaign 17V481000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
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Repair soon Suspension

If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.

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

Free repair · 14,626 vehicles affected Read campaign 17V438000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

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