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Model year

2021 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (2)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (43)
Recall campaigns covering this model year219k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2021 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

2 recall campaigns cover the 2021 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2021 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
23V-011Jan 18, 2023In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheelPowertrain18,534Software update
20V-495Aug 20, 2020Tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frameEquipment447Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2021 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    43 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • MC330423 Aug 31, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Driveshaft Maintenance Schedule Change
    • B611305 Jan 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âdisc…
    • MC160323 Aug 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.
    • SIB630122 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      LED headlights were temporarily unavailable from the Factory and some R 1250 GS and R 1250 GSAdventure units were built with the halogen headlight in order to ensure safe use.
    • SIB330222 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
    • SIB460123 Mar 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Frame and mounting parts
    • MC000222 Nov 8, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
    • SIB330222 Jul 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
    • SIB610321 May 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BATTERY EMPTY DESPITE CHARGER.
    • MC610321 Mar 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The motorcycle will not start. The vehicle battery is empty even though the battery charger was permanently connected to the 12V power socket.
    • MC460521 Nov 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.
    • MC610821 Jul 13, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
    • MC630121 Jun 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In very rare instances, only the dipped beams (low beams) may be functional; during that time, other ligght functions are no longer available
    • MC000621 Jun 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and newer BMW Motorcyc…
    • MC310421 Apr 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
    • B510421 Feb 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DOOR PAINT STREAKS: Streaks are found running mostly vertically down along the door outer skin from the lower window trim. This can affect any of the 4 side doors.
    • B640613 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.
    • B662419 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
    • B661820 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs unintended operations.
    • B640613 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.
    • B620818 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ?INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left. The fault is resolved once the vehicle goes into sleep mode. The fault can reoccur at any point.
    • B620320 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ILLUMINATED WITH FAULT MEMORY CDC152: The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated in the instrument cluster. The vehicles has no operating failures; only the MIL is illuminated.
    • B090120 Dec 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BMW REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE IS NOT OFFERED FOR INSTALLATION: The customer complaints that the BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is not possible in their vehicle, though the Remote Software Upgrade menu is available in the vehicle and a download was performe…
    • B662919 Nov 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TOP VIEW CAMERA: The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line markings, it is clearly noticed in the CID that the lines are not parallel to the…
    • B661720 Nov 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SURROUND VIEW - PARKING VIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED INCORRECTLY: After programming and shifting into reverse, there may be various sporadic concerns regarding the rearview camera and the surround view (top view) camera images in the CID (Central Information Displ…
    • B650919 Nov 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HEAD UNIT RESETS WITH FAULT CODE B7F8F9 RESET WATCHDOG: Customer states the following about their vehicle: Active radio or music source is interrupted. The navigation is no longer available. A black screen is shown in the Control Display.
    • B640416 Nov 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.
    • B611319 Nov 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY: In the event of an accident, the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical system via an internal relay. In some cases, the relay is stuck closed and a fault is set.
    • B513218 Nov 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
    • B660820 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check Control Message.
    • B640520 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake was not fully se…
    • B640420 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and cooling properly. A/C c…
    • B320420 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
    • B660820 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check Control Message.
    • B640520 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger's footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake was not fully se…
    • B640420 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and cooling properly. A/C c…
    • B320420 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
    • B611820 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BMW TURBOCORD PORTABLE EV 120 V/240 V CHARGER: The BMW-approved accessory TurboCord electric vehicle (EV) charger will not charge the vehicle.
    • B611320 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SERVICE ACTION - CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY: In the event of an accident, the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical system via an internal relay. In some cases, the relay is stuck closed and…
    • B512119 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated.
    • B340820 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the BDC and therefor…
    • B320420 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
    • B320320 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      FAILURE OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT AT HIGHER CABIN TEMPERATURE: Electric steering column adjustment fails when interior cabin temperatures rise above 122 degrees F (e.g., parked outdoors on hot day). Faulty self-diagnosis of the steering col…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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