BMW R 1250 RT, R 1250 GS Adventure +3 more: Service brakes

Affects BMW R 1250 RT, R 1250 GS Adventure, R 1250 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 XR · 2019–2020 — about 9K vehicles.

The hazard

Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. Low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 12, 2020. As of January 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. The recall began March 8, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational