BMW 2017 R1200 GS Turn Signals Recall: Visibility Risk
BMW recalls certain 2017 R1200 GS models with insufficiently visible turn signals, risking crashes. Owners must have turn signals replaced free by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If other drivers cannot easily see the turn signals, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling specific 2017 R1200 GS motorcycles that have turn signals not visible enough to other drivers. This could cause crashes if other drivers can't see the turn signals properly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225634-bmw-2017-r1200-gs-turn-signals-recall-visibility-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225634-bmw-2017-r1200-gs-turn-signals-recall-visibility-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17E052000
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“BMW 2017 R1200 GS Turn Signals Recall: Visibility Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225634-bmw-2017-r1200-gs-turn-signals-recall-visibility-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #17E052000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17E052000).
Why it’s dangerous
The turn signals may be too dim or not visible enough for other drivers to see, especially at night or in poor weather. This could lead to crashes if drivers don't notice the turn signals.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 R1200 GS motorcycles with the described turn signals are affected. Riders using these models without the fix are at risk of crashes.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your motorcycle has turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 or 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, and other models listed in the recall notice. The recall started October 25, 2017.
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What to do — step by step
Contact BMW Customer Service
Call 1-800-525-7417 to arrange for free turn signal replacement.
What NHTSA says to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 2 months.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
What models are affected by this recall?
2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS, F800GS, F800GT, F800R, F800GS Adventure, S1000R, R1200R, R1200RS, and S1000RR motorcycles.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17E052000 (August 21, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.