2025 BMW F 800 GS, 2025 BMW F 900 GS, 2025 BMW K 1600 GT and 4 other models Recall: Emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software…
NHTSA campaign 25V480000 · Communication · filed Jul 25, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
The risk
In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V480000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.