Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2022 BMW R 1250 GS peaked in 2022, with 3 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2022 BMW R 1250 GS
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Mar 16, 2022 to Aug 20, 2022.
Recall campaigns covering this model year119k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints33.0 times the median 2022 motorcycle
Severity index0.02022 motorcycles average 8.1
First 24 months3Complaints in its first two years
Components
67% of complaints about the 2022 BMW R 1250 GS name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
One recall campaign covers the 2022 BMW R 1250 GS
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-011 | Jan 18, 2023 | In certain engine operating and riding conditions, the gearbox input shaft may become damaged or break, possibly resulting in a blocked rear wheel | Powertrain | 18,534 | Software update |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2022 BMW R 1250 GS
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.
3 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Aug 20, 2022Failure Aug 6, 2022Franklin, TNUnknown or other
BMW is not providing any owners with service and repair manuals in order to perform service or make any repairs. This is a safety issue, among other things,as these are adventure motorcycles meant to be ridden in very remote areas in difficult terrain where roadside repairs are often required. In addition, they are trying to force owner’s to purchase their services by not providing the required information. They are effectively restricting their use and creating a monopoly of who can service these bikes. These are causing safety and consumer rights issues.
NHTSA complaint 11480369 - Filed Mar 28, 2022Failure Mar 18, 2022Edmond, OKElectrical system, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system
I had no mechanical issues with the motorcycle upon purchase and took it in to the dealership for the 600 mile service. I rode the motorcycle a few times and had no mechanical issues. On 3/13/22 I was in 3rd gear decelerating to stop at a stop sign and the motorcycle quit running. The engine abruptly shutoff and a message appeared on the TFT which read “Fault in the engine control. Onboard journey possible. Ride carefully to next specialist workshop” (see attached photo). The bike had approximately 1000 miles on it at the time of the failure. I will specify the bike did not go into limp mode it shutoff completely while I was riding on the roadway. I turned off the ignition 3 time before the engine would start again. The engine shutting off without warning was a very scary and dangerous situation which caused me to park the motorcycle immediately to research the problem. I didn’t find anything specific concerns online or warnings regarding this issue. On 3/14/22 the bike shutoff in the exact same manner two more times. On 3/15/22 it shutoff exactly the same manner. I took video of this incident with my helmet camera, but the file is too large to attach. This caused me to again stop riding and disrupted our vacation plans with the motorcycle. On 3/18/22, I returned the motorcycle to the dealership and explained what had occurred. On 3/25/22, I went to the dealership after they called and said the motorcycle was repaired and ready for pickup. The service department resolution on the receipt states “Found fuel pump fault but fuel pump working properly. Installed software update that addresses this issue. Bile has no faults now”. On 3/25/22, after leaving the dealership I rode approximately 80 miles and the same exact problem starting occurring. The motorcycle shutoff with no warning thirteen times on this day causing me to try and find a safe place to pull off of the highway which wasn't always possible. No warnings messages appeared before.
NHTSA complaint 11458701 - Filed Mar 16, 2022Failure Feb 17, 2022Carlsbad, CAElectrical system, Exterior lighting
Defective Headlights on Brand New 2022 BMW R1250GS. I recently purchased a new BMW 1250 GS. Unfortunately, every time I ride at night I get an "Active headlamp faulty" warning. I took the bike in a day after the purchase and the dealer was able to verify multiple instances of the error code. A month has passed since I reported the issue but so far both the dealer, BMW Motorcycles of Escondido, and BMW Motorrad USA have been less than helpful in resolving the issue. Due to the nature of the issue, I am unable to ride the bike at night.
NHTSA complaint 11456912
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
13 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. - MC610322 Sep 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Wiring harnesses installed during assembly with individual pins, in both the large and small connections to the engine control unit (DME), were not manufactured correctly. This may cause faults in the engine control unit and subsequent engine run in emerg… - SIB610322 Jun 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SERVICE ACTION: CHECK WIRING HARNESS CONNECTORS - 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. - B611721 Apr 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Check Control message "Door open" appears in the instrument cluster (Kombi) even though all vehicle doors are closed and locked. The locking operation of the doors is not affected. - 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.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.