Communication: auto crash notificationRecall 25V-480 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 25V-480 covers 33 BMW vehicles for a communication: auto crash notification problem, reported to NHTSA on July 25, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 97% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V480000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
The risk
In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
The fix
The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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
97%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 25, 2025 to April 29, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.