BMW R 1250 R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the BMW R 1250 R, across 3 model years (2020–2022). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
BMW R 1250 R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R 1250 R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2022 R 1250 R: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2020 R 1250 R: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW R 1250 R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW R 1250 R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 R 1250 R | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2021 R 1250 R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 R 1250 R | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW R 1250 R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2022 (1), 2020 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW R 1250 R?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW R 1250 R have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.