2020 BMW S 1000 XR

2 recalls, 2 complaints - 34 TSBs

23V051000 Feb 3, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S 1000R and 2020-2023 S 1000XR motorcycles. During a software update performed at a dealership, the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode feature "front wheel lift-off assistant" may have been inadvertently deactivated without alerting the rider.
Consequence
Riding a motorcycle without knowing that the "front wheel lift-off assistant" has been deactivated can result in unexpected handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will instruct owners to check the configuration settings in the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode and adjust the settings as needed. Dealers will also inspect the motorcycles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-74... Read more
754 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
20V476000 Aug 13, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R 1250 GS, GS Adventure and R 1250 RT, 2020 S 1000 RR and S 1000 XR motorcycles. The front brake calipers may leak brake fluid when parked. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Sa... Read more
Consequence
Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. Low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 12, 2020. As of January 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. The recall began March 8, 2021. O... Read more
9,392 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

2 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SERVICE BRAKES1
ENGINE1
ENGINE Jun 23, 2023
Incident date: Jun 21, 2023
Car consumes excessive oil – one quart about every 500-700 miles. This has caused sludge in the engine and the car hesitates significantly on starting from a stopped position and now hesitates even at highway speeds. This has become a definite safety issue. If the car stalls it is only a matter of... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 20, 2021
Incident date: Feb 8, 2021
BMW ISSUED A STOP SALE RECALL FOR MY S1000XR AS WELL AS THE S1000RR SO THEY COULD REPLACE THE BRAKE CALIPERS. WHEN NEW, BOTH OF THESE BIKES CAME WITH THE SAME BRAKE CALIPERS. BMW IS REPLACING THE S1000XR BRAKES WITH A MUCH LOWER QUALITY BRAKE THAN THEY ARE REPLACING ON THE S10000RR. AS THEY BOTH CAM... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 BMW S 1000 XR

34 manufacturer communications from 22 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6
350000 EQUIPMENT5
060000 ENGINE (PWS)4
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY3
020000 SUSPENSION2
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK1
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
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
M610323 Nov 28, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
After close inspection it has been found that DYNAMIC PRO riding mode cannot be selected with the MODE button, even though it was enabled in the main menu. It is also not possible to configure the DYNAMIC Pro riding mode.
MC340223 Sep 7, 2023
200000 WHEELS
Front and rear wheel speed sensor faults (0x3A1800 and 0x3A1801) appear after the bike is being revvedover 5000 RPM while still on the side stand, sometimes in conjunction with the side stand fault 0X3A1331. When the engine is revved up wh
SIB-111421 Jun 5, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
CHECK ROCKER ARMS AND REPLACE WHERE NEEDED.
SIB610321 May 13, 2022
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BATTERY EMPTY DESPITE CHARGER.
MC111421 Nov 17, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Due to a process deviation during production, the surface coating of the rocker arms may wear prematurely.
MC111421 Nov 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to a process deviation during production, the surface coating of the rocker arms may wear prematurely.
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.
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC000621 Jun 23, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and n
MC610220 Jun 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The engine wiring harness may chafe on the honeycomb structure of the frame. In case of damage to the wiring harness, the wake-up line of the instrument cluster will be damaged.
MC340320 Jun 14, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
During assembly, an additional mounting bolt was installed on the ABS pressure modulator instead of a plastic rivet.
MC330421 Jun 8, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Depending on the chassis and suspension adjustment, as well as vehicle load, the drive chain may make contact with the swing arm under certain conditions.
MC110821 Jun 4, 2021
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Warning light and fault message in the TFT with faults stored for the rear oxygen sensor (after the catalytic converter). The failure usually occurs shortly after the vehicle handover or the running-in check
MC110821 Jun 4, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Warning light and fault message in the TFT with faults stored for the rear oxygen sensor (after the catalytic converter). The failure usually occurs shortly after the vehicle handover or the running-in check
MC610621 Apr 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warning light in the instrument cluster for DCC failure in motorcycles equipped with DCC
MC63022267 Apr 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Vibrations on the handlebars in an engine range from 2000 to 4000 rpm may be perceived as uncomfortable by some customers.
MC63022267 Apr 1, 2021
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Vibrations on the handlebars in an engine range from 2000 to 4000 rpm may be perceived as uncomfortable by some customers.
MC610621 Apr 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Warning light in the instrument cluster for DCC failure in motorcycles equipped with DCC
MC65505991 Feb 1, 2021
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
After replacement of the ABS control unit, the malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up and the DME stores the following fault memory: 0x0027ED DME: No CAN message In addition, the changeover riding mode no longer work
MC65334783 Feb 1, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Inner trim frame cracked.
MC65238240 Feb 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
During a cold start or while idling in neutral after a brief standstill, the engine runs at higher revolutions, sounds irregular and as if there are misfires (i.e. as if it were only running on 3 cylinders).
MC65086508 Feb 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery connection terminal broken off
MC65011886 Feb 1, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
When the bike is propped on side stand and is revved up to > 5,000 rpm in neutral gear, the malfunction indicator lamp lights up. (see attached video for an example of this)
MC64351344 Feb 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lurching at partial load range and Idle speed is unstable
MC340320 Oct 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SERVICE ACTION - ABS MODULATOR MOUNTING BOLT: During assembly, an additional mounting bolt was installed on the ABS pressure modulator instead of a plastic rivet. This changes the vibration behavior of the ABS modulator. When the motorcycle
MC340320 Oct 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE ACTION - ABS MODULATOR MOUNTING BOLT: During assembly, an additional mounting bolt was installed on the ABS pressure modulator instead of a plastic rivet. This changes the vibration behavior of the ABS modulator. When the motorcycle
MC340320 Oct 1, 2020
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
SERVICE ACTION - ABS MODULATOR MOUNTING BOLT: During assembly, an additional mounting bolt was installed on the ABS pressure modulator instead of a plastic rivet. This changes the vibration behavior of the ABS modulator. When the motorcycle
MC610220 Sep 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The engine wiring harness may chafe on the honeycomb structure of the frame. In case of damage to thewiring harness, the wake-up line of the instrument cluster will be damaged. The instrument cluster will nolonger be activated with "Ignitio
MC610220 Sep 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The engine wiring harness may chafe on the honeycomb structure of the frame. In case of damage to thewiring harness, the wake-up line of the instrument cluster will be damaged. The instrument cluster will nolonger be activated with "Ignitio
MC62814078 Aug 5, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
It has been reported that the fuel hose comes loose at fuel distributor/pressure sensor. Because of thios, there is fuel leak that occurs when switching on the ignition.
MC6152772 Jun 13, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Grab handles have replaced luggage racks despite despite order requiring luggage rack.

BMW S 1000 XR - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW S 1000 XR across all model years (2020, 2023).

7 Total Recalls
4 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

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