2020 BMW R 1250 GS Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 3,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2020 BMW R 1250 GS (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2020 BMW R 1250 GS. The part named most often is brakes, with 8 complaints (100% of the total). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 3,000 miles. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 14 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 3 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.
- Brakes8 100%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Both front brake calipers are leaking brake fluid. Observed when stationary, dripping from the bottom. Also sweats of brake fluid observed at the seam (it is a two piece brake caliper, manufactured by hayes). Dealer cannot resolve the issue (can't get replacement parts) and Bmw customer service offered no other remedy. Essentially I cannot ride a new bike for 3 months now without being afraid for my safety.”
NHTSA complaint #11311520, filed 2020-02, 75 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 700 and 6,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
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…
- 20V165000Mar 19, 2020Power train › DrivelineCovers: BMW R 1250 GS 2020, R 1250 RT 2020
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 R1250GS and R1250RT motorcycles. The pivot pin that connects the final drive to the swing arm may be damaged, causing the connection between the final drive and swing arm to loosen.
- 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…
- 20V146000Mar 12, 2020Exterior lighting › Brake lightsCovers: BMW R 1250 GS 2020, S1000 R 2019–2020, S 1000 RR 2020 +6 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 F900R, F900XR, S1000RR, F750GS, F850GS, F850GS Adventure, R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, R1250RS, R1250R, RnineT, RnineT Pure and RnineT Scrambler and 2019-2020 S1000R motorcycles. The brake light may…
Recall details for the 2020 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. 14 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 2020 BMW R 1250 GS have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2020 BMW R 1250 GS as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2020 BMW R 1250 GS is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 8 complaints (100% of the total).
Has the 2020 BMW R 1250 GS been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 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 2020 BMW R 1250 GS reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 3,000 miles and the middle half falls between 700 and 6,000 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.