2014 BMW R1200 RT Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2014 BMW R1200 RT, 1 of them with a do-not-drive advisory. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 14V320000Jun 12, 2014DO NOT DRIVE950 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension
  Covers: BMW R1200 RT 2014

  Reported issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.

  Possible consequence: If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.

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• 21V060000Feb 8, 202120,963 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
  Covers: BMW R1200 RT 2011–2014, K 1600 GTL 2011–2014, K1300 S 2011–2014 +7 more

  Reported issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.

  Possible consequence: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

  Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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• 17V488000Aug 3, 2017911 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Brake lights
  Covers: BMW R1200 RT 2014–2017

  Reported issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R1200RT Police motorcycles. While being used in a special operating mode, the brake lights on these motorcycles may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. 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."

  Possible consequence: If the brake light does not illuminate, other drivers may not know that the motorcycle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the motorcycle's software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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