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NHTSA Recall 24V557000: Relay (electrical system)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,582 vehicles. It affects 2024 BMW R 1300 GS.

1,582
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2024
owners notified (September 23)
NHTSA campaign24V557000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY › RELAY
Report receivedJuly 26, 2024
Owner notificationSeptember 23, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1300 GS motorcycles. The housing for the starter motor relay may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a damaged relay that can overheat.

Safety risk

An overheated electrical relay increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the starter relay and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024. 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 24V557000

Make and modelModel years
BMW R 1300 GS2024

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.