NHTSA Recall 14V211000: Manual transmission (power train)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,420 vehicles. It affects 2013 BMW R 1200 GS.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V211000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | April 18, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 17, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 R 1200 GS motorcycles manufactured November 2012 through August 2013. Pressure inside the transmission may cause the transmission output seal to be pushed out of place.
Safety risk
If the output seal ring is pushed out of its proper position, oil may leak from the transmission onto the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will fit a bracket to prevent the transmission seal from being pushed out of position, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V211000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW R 1200 GS | 2013 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.