Recall 25V672000: BMW R 1300 RT
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
Summary
The problem. 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.
The risk. A loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash.
The fix. 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V672000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Report received
- October 8, 2025
- Built
- Apr 23, 2025 – May 7, 2025
- Units affected
- 3
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
Affected vehicles
- BMW R 1300 RT: 2026
Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.