Driveline: driveshaftRecall 25V-672 · 2026 BMW R 1300 RT
BMW of North America, LLC recall 25V-672 covers 3 2026 BMW R 1300 RT for a driveline: driveshaft problem, reported to NHTSA on October 8, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V672000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
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 repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 23, 2025 to May 7, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.