2020 BMW S1000 RR recalls and problems

The 2020 BMW S1000 RR has 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2020 BMW S1000 RR vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 BMW S1000 RR recalls

Recall 20V-146: Exterior Lighting

Reported Mar 12, 2020 · 4,026 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 F900R, F900XR, S1000RR, F750GS, F850GS, F850GS Adventure, R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, R1250RS, R1250R, RnineT, RnineT Pure and RnineT Scrambler and 2019-2020 S1000R motorcycles. The brake light may flash instead of remain steady during emergency braking. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A flashing brake light can cause confusion to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owner, and dealers will reprogram the emergency stop signal function, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall 19V-697: Engine

Reported Oct 2, 2019 · 416 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 S 1000 RR motorcycles. The oil cooler hoses may not be attached properly to the oil pipes, possibly resulting in an oil leak.

Risk: Leaking oil may drip in the path of the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler assembly, including the hoses, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2020 BMW S1000 RR problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Structure	1
Service Brakes	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 800 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 2020 BMW S1000 RR complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 650 miles · reported Mar 10, 2020

Both of my front calipers leak brake fluid, enough to leave puddles on the ground. This was noticed after the bike had been parked for about two weeks. As of this note the bike is still at the dealership with an unknown eta on parts. I have spoken with bmw north america and their representative indicated that bmw is unaware of this issue, however, I can find several people online who are experiencing the same problem. Having the front brakes fail on this motorcycle would be catastrophic.

Structure · at 5,304 miles · reported Dec 21, 2019

While riding my 2020 s1000rr on i495, the front fender bolts had become dislodged, allowing the fender to flop around, fortunately one screw of the 4 was still barely fastened, I didn't lose the entire fender, it ended up lodged in my wheel, and thankfully I was able to safely get off the highway, and investigate the situations, I removed screws from insignificant portions of my bike to affix the fender on the only two remaining mounts as one of the 4 was damaged from the incident..

Vehicle Speed Control · at 800 miles · reported Jul 10, 2019

The motorcycle will not accelerate for up to 2 seconds while opening the throttle in 2nd and 3rd gears, with a lag of up to 1 second in other gears. This creates situations where you are unable to control your throttle or acceleration.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 BMW S1000 RR have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 BMW S1000 RR: 20V-146 (exterior lighting), 19V-697 (engine). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 BMW S1000 RR?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 800 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.