11 NHTSA safety recalls cover the BMW S 1000 RR, across model years 2010–2026. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your S 1000 RR by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls and owner complaints by model year
Of the BMW S 1000 RR model years, the 2020 drew the most owner complaints (7).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each BMW S 1000 RR model year on this page. Complaints: owner reports filed with NHTSA for that model year, including trims and variants sold under the model name (e.g. an F-150 page counts F-150 Raptor). Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls | Owner complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 3 |
| 2011 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 | 2 | 6 |
| 2013 | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | no data |
| 2019 | 0 | no data |
| 2020 | 2 | 7 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2 | 4 |
| 2023 | 2 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 | 2 | 1 |
| 2026 | 2 | no data |
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
BMW recalls certain 2024-2026 S 1000 RR motorcycles due to vibration causing ignition lock failure, which may lead to instrument display, ABS, or engine stall issues. Owners receive notifications starting September 18, 2026.
BMW recalls 2026 S 1000 RR motorcycles with turn signals that may fail due to unintended activation of the reset button. This could increase crash risk. Owners will receive a free replacement of the combination switch.
BMW recalls 2025 R 1300 GS Adventure models with emergency call system that may not notify first responders during crashes, risking injury. Owners must update software by September 12, 2025.
BMW recalls 2023 S 1000 RR motorcycles with potential brake performance issues that could increase stopping distance and crash risk. Owners must contact dealers for free hand brake lever fulcrum pin replacement.
BMW recalls 2022 S1000RR motorcycles due to unsecured clutch cover bolts causing oil leaks that may lead to crashes or fires. Owners must contact dealers for free bolt replacement.
When the BMW S 1000 RR recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the BMW S 1000 RR; the most reported area is engine. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
See BMW S 1000 RR complaints, TSBs and investigations by year →
We have 11 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the BMW S 1000 RR, covering model years 2010–2026. The most recent was issued Jul 23, 2026 (Electrical System).
The 2026 BMW S 1000 RR has the most, with 2 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.
By system: Exterior Lighting (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (2), Electrical System (1), Communication (1).
None of these recalls carries an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning, but each fixes a safety defect, so book the free repair promptly.
Run a VIN recall check: enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact year, then confirm at NHTSA.gov which are still unrepaired on your vehicle. Any BMW dealer can also look it up.
Yes. Federal law requires BMW to fix safety recalls free of charge at any authorized BMW dealer, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had.