BMW 2013 BMW R1200 GS Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 BMW R1200 GS
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 R1200 GS vehicles due to suspension:front issues. If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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