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2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 64 on record.

2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure at a glance

Safety recalls2

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2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure recalls 2

Power Train:manual Transmission:internal:shaft:input NHTSA Campaign #23V011000 · 18/01/2023

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2023 R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, and R1250RTP motorcycles. In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel.

Fix: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #20V495000 · 20/08/2020

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 R 1250 RT, R 1250 R, R 1250 RS, R 1250 GS and R 1250 GS Adventure motorcycles. The tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. As a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 8 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

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2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 BMW R 1250GS Adventure. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.