Recall 10V328 affects 1,900 2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) motorcycles for a signaling-device bracket that can break. Repair is free at a franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 1,900 2005-2009 R 1200 RT (Authority) police motorcycles because the bracket supporting the audible signaling device can break and let the device fall onto the road. If it separates while the motorcycle is moving, it can become an obstacle for other drivers and increase crash risk; the BMW dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The audible signaling device on the 2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) is the sound-making warning equipment fitted to these police motorcycles. A support bracket holds that device to the motorcycle so it stays fixed while the bike is moving, braking, and turning. That bracket has one job: keep the warning device attached.
On affected motorcycles, the bracket that supports the audible signaling device can break. Once the bracket breaks, the device is no longer held securely to the bike. It can separate from the motorcycle and fall onto the roadway, creating a hazard for the rider and for traffic behind the motorcycle.
There is no warning sign before failure. A rider or fleet mechanic can inspect the bracket area for looseness, damage, or missing hardware, but the recall does not identify a reliable sound, light, or handling change that appears before the bracket breaks.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2005-2009 model years, all listed under the equipment component.
| 2008 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2007 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) | Equipment |
| 2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) | Equipment |
| 2006 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) | Equipment |
| 2005 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) | Equipment |
| Units affected | 1,900 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the signaling device separates from the motorcycle, it can fall into traffic and become an obstacle for other drivers, increasing crash risk. Check whether your VIN is included and contact a BMW dealer for repair status before regular use. Repair will be free at any franchised BMW dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) motorcycle is included in this recall.
- Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to confirm current instructions before scheduling service.
- Ask a franchised BMW dealer about the free tether-cable repair that secures the audible signaling device if the bracket loosens.
- Bring the BMW owner notice if you have it, or reference recall number 10V328 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician attaches two tether cables to the audible signaling device so it stays secured to the motorcycle if the mounting bracket comes loose. The source remedy lists this service as free of charge. Because the remedy status is not marked available, do not assume scheduling is open until BMW or the dealer confirms it. Once the repair is available, parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| July 20, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 2, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V328?
Recall 10V328 covers 1,900 2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) motorcycles with an audible signaling device bracket that can break. If the device falls onto the roadway, it can become an obstacle for other drivers and increase crash risk. BMW dealers secure the device with two tether cables for free.
What should I do if my 2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 10V328. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask for the free tether cable repair for the audible signaling device. Reference recall number 10V328 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and BMW's remedy says dealers will attach two tether cables to secure the audible signaling device free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is road debris from the motorcycle's audible signaling device. If the bracket breaks and the device falls while the motorcycle is on the roadway, it can create an obstacle for other drivers and increase crash risk. The dealer repair secures the device to the motorcycle.
What if I bought this BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2005-2009 BMW R 1200 RT (Authority) is included, then contact a franchised BMW dealer and reference recall 10V328.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V328000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V328 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V328000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →