BMW recalls 2024-2025 M 1000 XR motorcycles due to potential steering damper valve pin looseness causing unexpected steering effort increases and loss of control.
An unexpected increase in steering effort can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2024-2025 M 1000 XR motorcycles because the steering damper may have a loose valve pin that increases steering effort unexpectedly. This could lead to loss of control and a crash risk during normal use.
The steering damper may have a loose valve pin that causes unexpected increases in steering effort. This can make the bike harder to control, potentially leading to loss of control and a crash.
Owners of 2024-2025 BMW M 1000 XR motorcycles are affected. Riders using these bikes without the fix may face increased steering effort during normal riding.
Check for 2024-2025 BMW M 1000 XR motorcycles. The recall was notified to owners via mail on April 5, 2025.
Call 1-800-525-7417 to schedule a replacement of the steering damper.
Dealers will replace the steering damper free of charge at your location.
Dealers will replace the steering damper, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The steering damper may have a loose valve pin that causes unexpected increases in steering effort, potentially leading to loss of control and a crash.
Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2025.
Dealers will replace the steering damper free of charge. Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule the replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V194000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 25V194000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the steering damper, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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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.
