2014 BMW R NINE T
3 recalls, 1 complaints - 22 TSBs
21V060000 Feb 8, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
17V502000 Aug 14, 2017
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R NINE T motorcycles. The bolts that connect the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
Consequence
If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will remove the pivot pin bolts, clean, and re-install them with the proper torque after applying a thread locking adhesive, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelat... Read more
15V110000 Feb 24, 2015
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 R nine T motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, through January 26, 2015. The design of the rear turn signals may partially obscure the lights from being seen by the driver of a following vehicle. As such, these motorcy... Read more
Consequence
In certain road and traffic conditions, the rear turn signals may be slightly obscured to the driver of a following vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear turn signals with ones that have longer arms, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 26, 2017
Incident date: Jun 25, 2017
WITH 2,900 MILES ON THE MOTORCYCLE. WHILE IN MOTION, THE REAR BRAKE MAKES A SCRAPING NOISE. LOSS OF BRAKING POWER FROM REAR BRAKE. REMOVED AND INSPECTED BRAKE PADS, CALIPER AND ROTOR. INSIDE BRAKE PAD HAS WORN DOWN TO THE METAL. THE OUTSIDE BRAKE PAD HAS A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF LIFE LEFT. AP... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 BMW R NINE T
22 manufacturer communications from 17 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
| 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 1 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
MC330224
Mar 18, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
After close inspection of the manufacturing process, there is a weld seam at the hollow shaft and crown wheel connection in the rear drive that is not to specification in a few rear\drives. Depending on riding habit, this can lead to slippi
B611305
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
MC000222
Nov 8, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
MC000521
Sep 20, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ISTA. 2. Control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communic
MC610821
Jul 13, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
MC110521
May 5, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
During quality analysis, an issue was identified with a small group of sixteen (16) motorcycles that mayaffect crankshaft bearing wear.
MC3600118
Apr 1, 2019
200000 WHEELS
During the course of quality analysis, it was determined by BMW Motorrad that in the production period from February 2018 to end of June 2018, cross-spoked wheels with reduced spoke tension have been produced.
B540907
May 1, 2018
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT
B540907
May 1, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT
MC2300117
May 1, 2017
102100 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
MC2300117
May 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
MC62694734
Jun 1, 2016
106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
Counterbalance shaft seal leaking. Faulty seal contact surface of the balance weight.
MC62133778
Dec 1, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Map data should be stored on a 64 GB SD card. In GARMIN Express the note appears that a maximum of 32 GB is possible.
MC62133778
Dec 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Map data should be stored on a 64 GB SD card. In GARMIN Express the note appears that a maximum of 32 GB is possible.
MC61461571
Jun 1, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
MC61348081
Jun 1, 2015
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
The ignition remains on, even though the ignition swithc has been turned off. The relatively high power requirement of the ABS contro,l unit can cause the contacts to bond.
MC60214068
Nov 26, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
One or more of the 12 bolts on the R nine T silencer are missing, see accompanying picture.
MC60214068
Nov 26, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
One or more of the 12 bolts on the R nine T silencer are missing, see accompanying picture.
MC59823415
Sep 10, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil leak immediately after replacing cylinder head cover seal set.
MC59686312
Sep 1, 2014
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Speedometer display incorrect. Speddometer displays faster than actual speed.
MC59686312
Sep 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Speedometer display incorrect. Speddometer displays faster than actual speed.
MC57213601
Jan 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Pillion seat cover - snap-lock coupling may become damaged. Cause is burr in the opening in the brace of the storage cover.
BMW R NINE T - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW R NINE T across all model years (2014, 2020).
14
Total Recalls
3
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths