NHTSA Safety Recalls
2014 Bmw R 1200 Rt Recalls
The 2014 Bmw R 1200 Rt has 2 NHTSA safety recalls on file. Recall repairs are always free, whatever the car's age or mileage.
A recall covers a range of VINs, not every Bmw R 1200 Rt built. Check your own 17-character VIN before assuming yours is affected.
2 recalls on the 2014 Bmw R 1200 Rt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
NHTSA 21V060000- The defect
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
- The risk
- A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported August 2, 2021 by BMW of North America, LLC
SUSPENSION
NHTSA 14V320000- The defect
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
- The risk
- If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.
Reported December 6, 2014 by BMW of North America, LLC
Checking your own car
A recall applies to a range of VINs, not to every 2014 Bmw R 1200 Rt built. To confirm whether yours is affected, find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb and enter it in NHTSA's official lookup.
Repairs for safety recalls are free and never expire. A dealer cannot charge you, and cannot refuse on the grounds that the car is old or out of warranty. If one does, call the NHTSA hotline on 1-888-327-4236.