Recall 25V-672
BMW of North America, LLC recalled the 2026 BMW R 1300 RT: Power train (driveline, universal joint); Power train (driveline, driveshaft).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V-672
- Reported
- October 8, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 3 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- BMW R 1300 RT 2026