2015 BMW S1000 R

2 recalls, 4 complaints - 37 TSBs

18E016000 Mar 21, 2018
VISIBILITY
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model y... Read more
Consequence
The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
1,571 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
17E052000 Aug 21, 2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure, 2014-2016 S1000R, 2015-2017 R1200R, 2016-2017 R1200RS, and... Read more
Consequence
If other drivers cannot easily see the turn signals, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
9,000 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

4 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE1
POWER TRAIN1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND1
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND Apr 23, 2015
Incident date: Dec 31, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BMW S1000 R. WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE KICKSTAND FAILED TO REMAIN IN PLACE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER:12V585000 (STRUCTURE). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN REPAIRED THE VEHICLE UNDER THE RECALL; HOWEVER, WHILE IN PARK... Read more
ENGINE Jan 26, 2015
Incident date: Jan 11, 2015
THE ENGINE STOPS RUNNING WHILE COMING TO A STOP, WHILE STOPPED OR WHEN TAKING OFF. ALWAYS IN FIRST GEAR WITH THE CLUTCH DISENGAGED OR WHILE ENGAGING TO TAKE OFF. THE ENGINE USUALLY RESTARTS IMMEDIATELY BUT NOT ALWAYS. A FEW TIMES I'VE HAD TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY OFF FOR A FEW SECONDS AND BACK ON TO... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 26, 2015
Incident date: Jan 11, 2015
THE ENGINE STOPS RUNNING WHILE COMING TO A STOP, WHILE STOPPED OR WHEN TAKING OFF. ALWAYS IN FIRST GEAR WITH THE CLUTCH DISENGAGED OR WHILE ENGAGING TO TAKE OFF. THE ENGINE USUALLY RESTARTS IMMEDIATELY BUT NOT ALWAYS. A FEW TIMES I'VE HAD TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY OFF FOR A FEW SECONDS AND BACK ON TO... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 26, 2015
Incident date: Jan 11, 2015
THE ENGINE STOPS RUNNING WHILE COMING TO A STOP, WHILE STOPPED OR WHEN TAKING OFF. ALWAYS IN FIRST GEAR WITH THE CLUTCH DISENGAGED OR WHILE ENGAGING TO TAKE OFF. THE ENGINE USUALLY RESTARTS IMMEDIATELY BUT NOT ALWAYS. A FEW TIMES I'VE HAD TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY OFF FOR A FEW SECONDS AND BACK ON TO... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 BMW S1000 R

37 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE (PWS)9
350000 EQUIPMENT7
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS1
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY1
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)1
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS1
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
SIB-111421 Jun 5, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
CHECK ROCKER ARMS AND REPLACE WHERE NEEDED.
SIB510222 Jun 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Clarified information about the AI revision numbering of affected mirrors.
MC460122 Apr 6, 2022
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Over time, the turn indicator holders may become loose and shift away from their designated place on the fork tube.
MC460122 Apr 6, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Over time, the turn indicator holders may become loose and shift away from their designated place on the fork tube.
MC510222 Feb 4, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Bonding on the K63 handlebar accessory mirrors may fail, resulting in the loosening of the mirror-glass at the mirror assembly.
MC510222 Feb 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Bonding on the K63 handlebar accessory mirrors may fail, resulting in the loosening of the mirror-glass at the mirror assembly.
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.
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
MC310421 Apr 1, 2021
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
MC64351344 Feb 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lurching at partial load range and Idle speed is unstable
MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC54380454 Feb 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Rattling/chattering engine noise from the timing chain.
MC64171614 Sep 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil leaking at the clutch release lever sealing ring in the left housing
MC54380454 Feb 2, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
After approximately 9000 miles, the timing chain may wear to a point that the chain tensioner's range of adjustment is insufficient to accommodate the change in length. Rattling / chattering noise from the timing gear.
MC63849336 Nov 18, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Faulty data means that the programming of the BMS-X at I level K001-17-11-500 is prevented for these vehicles.The faulty I level is expected to be rolled out to the trade with ISTA 4.08 and ISTA/P 3.63.1 from 08.11.2017.
MC62571524_03 Apr 1, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001. a programming abort occurred. Afterwards the vehicle is inoperative and can no longer be started. Repeated programming is not possible with this tversion. Software bug.
MC2300315024 Sep 1, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in some cases the shift assistant was unable to function correctly. This cause is incorrect vehicle-specific programming of the shift assistant by the supplier.
MC59854260 Sep 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces on the vehicle. Evaporation through the vent hole in the coolant tank.
MC54380454 Sep 1, 2015
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Rattling / Chattering noise from timing gear. After approximately 9000 mils, the timing chain may wear to the point that the chein tensioners range of adjustment is no longer sufficient to accommodate the change in length.
MC54380454 Sep 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Rattling / Chattering noise from timing gear. After approximately 9000 mils, the timing chain may wear to the point that the chein tensioners range of adjustment is no longer sufficient to accommodate the change in length.
MC5985426004 Aug 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces of leak. Evaporation in the vent hole of the tank.
MC5985426004 Aug 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces of leak. Evaporation in the vent hole of the tank.
MC5438045403 Aug 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Rattling/chattering engine noise form the timing gear after approximately 9000 miles. Chain tensioner range of adjustment no longer sufficient.
MC50089366 Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
An improper running-in process of inner engine components may lead to accelerated wear and engine damage.
MC61461571 Jun 1, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
MC58340731 Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
DTC not working, DME fault Ox21FB10
MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC54380454 Oct 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Rattling noises from timing gear.
SIB-11-003-14 Aug 1, 2014
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
BMW MC: AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY, MOTORCYCLES WERE NOT FITTER WITH STICKERS TO CYLINDER HEAD STATING VALVE CLEARANCES. MODEL S 1000 R. *PE
SIB-46-001-14 Aug 1, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BMW MC: FRONT FAIRING SIDE PANELS MOUNTING PIN COMES LOOSE DUE TO POOR BONDING, WHEN MOTORCYCLE IS RIDDEN AT HIGH SPEED, CAUSING FAIRING SIDE PANELS TO BE PUSHED OUT BY SLIPSTREAM. MODEL S 1000 R. *PE

BMW S1000 R - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW S1000 R across all model years (2014, 2020).

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

BMW S1000 R - Year by Year

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2015 (current) 2 4
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