Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V495000 Reported August 20, 2020

Tire pressure label not affixed properly/fmvss 120

Bmw Of North America, Llc · Equipment · 447 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V495000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
447
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 20, 2020
Completion Rate
93.96

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2021 r 1250 rt, r 1250 r, r 1250 rs, r 1250 gs and r 1250 gs adventure motorcycles. the tire pressure labels may not remain affixed to the motorcycle frame. as a result, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 120, "wheels and rims-other than passenger cars."

Safety Consequence

If the label detaches from the motorcycle, proper tire pressure information may not be readily available. this could result in the rider improperly filling the tires which may affect motorcycle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire pressure label, free of charge. the recall began october 19, 2020. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V495000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V495000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V495000?

NHTSA recall 20V495000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on August 20, 2020. It addresses: Tire pressure label not affixed properly/fmvss 120. The recall affects approximately 447 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V495000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.