BMW product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 8, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

BMW of North America, LLC recalls 2026 BMW R 1300 RT

Recall number

25V672000

Brand / firm

BMW

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash.

What was 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.

What to 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.