BMW 2013 BMW R 1200 R Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 BMW R 1200 R
Brand
BMW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2013 BMW R 1200 R vehicles due to structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand issues. An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026