BMW recalls 2020 S1000 RR motorcycles with potential oil leaks that could cause crashes. Owners must have oil cooler assembly replaced free by dealers.
Leaking oil may drip in the path of the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling certain 2020 S1000 RR motorcycles because oil cooler hoses might not be securely attached, causing oil leaks that could drip on the rear tire path and increase crash risk. This affects owners who need to have the oil cooler assembly replaced to prevent potential accidents.
Oil cooler hoses that aren't properly attached can leak oil. This oil may drip onto the path of the rear tire, creating a slippery surface that increases the chance of a crash.
Owners of 2020 BMW S1000 RR motorcycles are affected. Riders with the specific oil cooler hose issue face higher crash risk due to oil leaks.
Check if your 2020 S1000 RR motorcycle has oil cooler hoses that aren't securely attached to the oil pipes. The recall covers specific models sold in the U.S. in 2020.
Call 1-800-525-7417 to get instructions for replacing the oil cooler assembly.
Dealers will replace the oil cooler assembly, including hoses, free of charge.
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.
The oil cooler hoses may not be attached properly to the oil pipes, possibly causing oil leaks that could drip on the rear tire path and increase crash risk.
Check if your 2020 S1000 RR motorcycle has oil cooler hoses that aren't securely attached to the oil pipes.
Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to arrange a free replacement of the oil cooler assembly.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V697000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW 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.
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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.
