Final Drive Pivot Pin may Come Loose – 2020 BMW R1250GS & R1250RT Motorcycles

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 R1250GS

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March 19, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V165000

Final Drive Pivot Pin may Come Loose

A loose connection between the final drive and swing arm will reduce stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V165

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 4

Summary

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.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the pivot pin, free of charge. The motorcycles are not with owners at this time. The recall began April 28, 2020. Please contact BMW customer service number 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to  www.safercar.gov.

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