BMW S1000 RR recalls
5 NHTSA safety recalls cover the BMW S1000 RR, across model years 2010–2020. Every recall repair is free at any BMW dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your S1000 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 S1000 RR model years, the 2011 has the most recalls (3).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each BMW S1000 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 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 3 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | no data |
| 2015 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 3 |
BMW S1000 RR recalls by model year
Most common BMW S1000 RR problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest BMW S1000 RR recalls
- BMW K 1600 GTL (2014) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
BMW is recalling 2014 K 1600 GTL motorcycles due to a fuel pump that may crack and leak fuel, creating fire risk if near ignition sources.
- BMW R 1250 GS (2020) recall — Exterior Lighting
BMW recalls 2020 R 1250 GS motorcycles with flashing brake lights that could confuse other drivers and increase crash risk. Owners must contact BMW for free reprogramming by May 11, 2020.
- BMW K 1600 GTL (2012) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
BMW recalls 2012 K1600 GTL motorcycles with potential fuel leaks that could cause fire if near ignition sources. Owners must have fuel pumps replaced free by dealers.
- BMW S1000 RR (2020) recall — Engine
BMW recalls certain 2020 S 1000 RR motorcycles due to oil cooler hoses that may leak, increasing crash risk. Free repair available.
- BMW R1200 GS (2017) recall — Exterior Lighting
BMW recalls certain 2017 R1200 GS models with insufficiently visible turn signals, risking crashes. Owners must have turn signals replaced free by dealers.
Recall timeline
When the BMW S1000 RR recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
BMW S1000 RR problems & complaints
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the BMW S1000 RR; the most reported area is electrical system. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
- Owner complaints
- 10
- Service bulletins (TSBs)
- 37+
- Crashes / fires reported
- 0 / 1
- Defect investigations
- 0
See BMW S1000 RR complaints, TSBs and investigations by year →
What to do if your BMW S1000 RR is recalled
- Confirm it’s yours. Recalls cover ranges of VINs, so check your VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
- Heed any warning. A do-not-drive or park-outside recall applies until the repair is done.
- Call a BMW dealer with your VIN and book the repair. It’s free by law, whatever the vehicle’s age.
- Ask about a loaner or tow if parts are back-ordered or the vehicle isn’t safe to drive.
- Paid for the same fix already? Keep the receipt and ask BMW about reimbursement.
Every BMW S1000 RR recall, by model year
2020 BMW S1000 RR — 2 recalls
2013 BMW S1000 RR — 2 recalls
2012 BMW S1000 RR — 2 recalls
2011 BMW S1000 RR — 3 recalls
BMW S1000 RR recall questions
How many recalls does the BMW S1000 RR have?
We have 5 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the BMW S1000 RR, covering model years 2010–2020. The most recent was issued Aug 2, 2021 (Fuel System, Gasoline).
Which BMW S1000 RR model year has the most recalls?
The 2011 BMW S1000 RR has the most, with 3 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.
What are the most common BMW S1000 RR recall problems?
By system: Fuel System, Gasoline (2), Exterior Lighting (2), Engine (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled BMW S1000 RR?
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.
How do I check if my BMW S1000 RR has an open recall?
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.
Are BMW S1000 RR recall repairs free?
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.
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