NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 BMW R 1300 RT recall: Loss of Drive Power from Incorrectly Manufactured Driveshaft
- Recall number
- 25V672000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Power Train
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 3
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Power Train
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | R 1300 RT | 2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 R 1300 RT motorcycles. The cardan shaft may not have been sufficiently hardened, causing the universal joint to slip within the shaft and result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Dealers will replace the cardan shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters will not be mailed because BMW called the one owner on October 30, 2025 and remedied the motorcycle on 11/21/25. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V672000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.