Power train: drivelineRecall 20V-165 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 20V-165 covers 4 BMW vehicles for a power train: driveline problem, reported to NHTSA on March 19, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V165000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A loose connection between the final drive and swing arm will reduce stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.