2019 BMW R 1250 GS Problems
- Complaints
- 15filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 1,508miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS. The part named most often is brakes, with 12 complaints (80% of the total), followed by engine (3) and electrical system (2). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 1,508 miles. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 13 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes12 80%
- Engine3 20%
- Electrical system2 13%
- Other or unknown1 6.7%
- Vehicle speed control1 6.7%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Checking recalls for my vehicle. Found incident reports regarding leaking front brake calipers. I checked mine. There is an oily film all over on the right side front caliper. There is an oily film on the inside of the left side front caliper. It appears that the casting for the calipers is pourous and allows the brake fluid to slowly seep out. The rear brake caliper (which I use less) felt dry, but has sticky brake dust on the underside of the outer part of the caliper. …”
NHTSA complaint #11323486, filed 2020-05, 1,508 milesEngine: “The motorcycle fails to start. This occurs randomly. It has occurred after driving approximately 30 miles. I stop and turn off the bike. When I attempt to restart, it won't turn over. The battery has been checked. Bmw says that can't determine the problem. There are forums from riders around the world who share this same experience. The only way to restart is with jumper cables. I believe this is a life-safety issue. It might not restart on the freeway, or in a remote location. The motorcycle has 12,000 miles. It has not restarted 3 times now. The motorcycle has been in the shop for 7 weeks.”
NHTSA complaint #11390401, filed 2021-01, 5,000 milesElectrical system: “During the recent Safety Recall of this vehicle and subsequent repair, it was noted by the certified mechanic that oil was being wicked up along electrical lines in the stator. The mechanic issued an immediate Do not ride, Do not operate warning. 2019 BMW R1250GSA has 17,000 accident free miles. Many false engine management warnings.”
NHTSA complaint #11528717, filed 2023-06Forward collision avoidance: “4/2021 Prior to 4/2021, I had complained verbally with visits and calls to the dealership about an intermittent (CC ) Cruise Control issue. They could not find a problem w/the CC. I now consider this issue is related to the rear caliper ceasing. 5/30/2022 (RC) Rear caliper ceased without any indications. The (MC) motorcycle, presented w/a power loss otherwise unknowingly to me until later in the ride. Caliper appeared to cease causing heat scorched rear pads, caliper very hot. I smelled brake burn upon slowing down, noticing both power loss and my CC not working. …”
NHTSA complaint #11483882, filed 2022-09Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 998 and 5,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 23V011000Jan 18, 2023Power train › Manual transmission › Internal › Shaft › InputCovers: BMW R 1250 GS 2019–2023, R 1250 RT 2019–2023, R1250 GS Adventure 2019–2023
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2023 R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, and R1250RTP motorcycles. In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear…
- 20V476000Aug 13, 2020Service brakesCovers: BMW R 1250 GS 2019–2020, R 1250 RT 2019–2020, R1250 GS Adventure 2019–2020 +2 more
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…
- 20V166000Mar 19, 2020Service brakes, hydraulic › FluidCovers: BMW R 1250 GS 2019–2020, R Nine T 2018–2020, R 1250 RT 2019–2020 +3 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 RnineT Scrambler and RnineT, 2020 R1250R and R1250RS, 2019-2020 Rnine T Pure, R1250GS,R1250GS Adventure and R1250RT and 2018 RnineT Racer motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not…
Recall details for the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 13 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11006753Aug 31, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Driveshaft Maintenance Schedule Change
- 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers…
- 10242536Aug 14, 2023Electrical system. Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.
- 10236239Apr 24, 2023Exterior lighting. LED headlights were temporarily unavailable from the Factory and some R 1250 GS and R 1250 GSAdventure units were built with the halogen headlight in order to ensure safe use.
- 10236237Apr 24, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
- 10235207Mar 8, 2023Equipment, Body and structure. Frame and mounting parts
- 10228448Nov 8, 2022Brakes. BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
- 10218351Jul 28, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
- 10214997May 13, 2022Electrical system. Battery empty despite charger.
- 10211897Mar 18, 2022Electrical system. The motorcycle will not start. The vehicle battery is empty even though the battery charger was permanently connected to the 12V power socket.
Other model years of the BMW R 1250 GS
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 8 | 3,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 15 | 1,508 | 3 | — | — | — | Falling |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS have?
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 12 complaints (80% of the total), followed by engine with 3.
Has the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2019 BMW R 1250 GS reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 1,508 miles and the middle half falls between 998 and 5,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.