BMW of North America is recalling certain 2020 S 1000 RR motorcycles because the oil cooler hoses may not be properly attached to the oil pipes. This improper attachment can cause an oil leak that drips into the path of the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the oil cooler assembly and hoses free of charge. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79275-bmw-2020-s100-oil-leak-risk-recall-stop-using-now.
“BMW 2020 S 1000 RR Recall: Oil Leak Crash Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 13, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79275-bmw-2020-s100-oil-leak-risk-recall-stop-using-now. Based on NHTSA recall #19V697000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V697000).
BMW of North America, LLC recalled 2020 S 1000 RR motorcycles due to leaking oil that may increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall was announced on February 10, 2019.
How to tell if you have it
BMW
S 1000 RR
2020
What to do
BMW will notify owners and dealers will replace the oil cooler assembly, including hoses, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The hazard
The oil cooler hoses may not be attached properly to the oil pipes, resulting in an oil leak that may drip in the path of the rear tire. This increases the risk of a crash.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show BMW of North America, LLC has 291 other recalls on file since October 12, 2009. Recent recalls include a driveshaft failure risk for the BMW 750e xDrive and a steering control loss risk for the BMW X3 (2024-2026), both announced on August 12, 2026. Other recent recalls of similar products include Honda 2025 CB1000SP Motorcycle Recall: Engine Fire Risk (December 18, 2025) and Honda CBR600RR (2024-2026) Engine Recall: Risk of Crash or Fire (December 18, 2025).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if you own a 2020 S 1000 RR motorcycle. BMW will notify owners directly regarding this specific recall.
Brand
BMW
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact BMW Customer Service
Call 1-800-525-7417 to get notified and schedule a repair.
Get Free Repair at Dealer
Dealers will replace the oil cooler assembly, including the hoses, free of charge.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler assembly, including the hoses, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Take action
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V697000 — BMW 2020 S 1000 RR Recall: Oil Leak Crash Risk
Hello,
I own a BMW 2020 S 1000 RR Recall: Oil Leak Crash Risk that is covered by recall 19V697000 from BMW.
The official recall notice states: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler assembly, including the hoses, free of charge. 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.
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.
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