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2000 BMW R1100 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2000 BMW R1100, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

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Recalls may cover only some 2000 BMW R1100 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 BMW R1100 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train2
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 58,378 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 BMW R1100 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · at 58,378 miles · reported Mar 2, 2013
I experienced a similar failure as described in odi no. 10439549, and currently being investigated under campaign dp12001: bmw motorcycle final drive failure. My 2000 bmw r1100r final drive has failed three times in 150,000 miles. The first failure occurred during my after-market warranty period at 58,378 miles on 5/7/2003. Due to the final drive bearing failure, the rear wheel became loose, and the final drive unit was leaking oil. The unit was replaced by san diego bmw motorcycles (At the time: brattin bmw) before the unit failed catastrophically. The second failure (The one the dealer…
Structure · reported Feb 13, 2003
2000 bmw, r1100rl. The motorcycle contained a design flaw in the final drive gear lube seal within the chassis of the motorcycle.
Power Train · reported Aug 8, 2002
The transmission input shaft seal or the seal installation procedure is defective. This seal on my transmission has leaked for the past 7000 miles. Bmw attempted to repair this leak by replacing this seal under warranty at 15k miles. The new seal has begun to leak. This seal is a known problem to bmw motorcycle owners - especially r1100s owners. Any lubricant leak on a motorcycle is a safety issue. Manufacturers must be forced to resolve known repetitive leaks.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 BMW R1100 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 BMW R1100 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 BMW R1100?

Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 58,378 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.