NHTSA model-year recall report

2014 BMW R 1200 RT Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

Urgent NHTSA instruction

Park It advisory found

1 campaign tells owners not to drive affected vehicles. Read the highlighted campaign details below and confirm applicability to your VIN immediately.

Campaign 14V320000

NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Feb 8, 2021

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the BMW R 1200 RT average of 2.1 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2014 BMW R 1200 RT recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 21V060000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Reported Feb 8, 2021

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA Park It instruction

NHTSA campaign 14V320000

Suspension

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Reported Jun 12, 2014

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other BMW R 1200 RT model years

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2014 BMW R 1200 RT recall questions

How many recalls does the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2014 BMW R 1200 RT?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology