2017 BMW S 1000 Rr recalls and problems

The 2017 BMW S 1000 Rr has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2017 compares

Too few model years with complaints to compare.

1recalls
0complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
—median miles

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1 recall

Suspension

Dec 30, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V948000 · 21 vehicles

Problem: BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured June 8, 2016, to November 16, 2016, and 2017 S 1000 R motorcycles manufactured on October 12, 2016. One of the bolts on the rear suspension deflection lever may loosen and adversely affect the handling of the motorcycle.

Risk: If the bolt loosens and affects the motorcycle's handling, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts and tighten them to the proper specifications, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2017 vs. other BMW S 1000 Rr years

2010: 3 complaints20102011: 1 complaints2012: 7 complaints20122013: 2 complaints2015: 5 complaints20152016: 2 complaints2018: 1 complaints20182020: 10 complaints102021: 1 complaints20212022: 4 complaints2023: 2 complaints20232024: 2 complaints2025: 1 complaints20251

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Questions

Does the 2017 BMW S 1000 Rr have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2017 BMW S 1000 Rr, the latest from Dec 30, 2016 (suspension). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW S 1000 Rr?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 BMW S 1000 Rr.