1979 BMW R100
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1979 BMW R100. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1979 BMW R100. Newest first.
Wheel may develop cracks and fractures from operating on rough roads. (Spokes will primarily be affected).
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Upon inspection, a redesigned wheel will be installed along with a new inner tube and the needed balance weights.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Service brakes, hydraulic
TL* the contact owns a 1979 BMW r100rt motorcycle. While the contact was driving various speeds the rear brakes were engaged, followed by an extremely slow response. The vehicle failed to stop properly. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they stated the rear brake system was…
TL* the contact owns a 1979 BMW r100rt motorcycle. While the contact was driving various speeds the rear brakes were engaged, followed by an extremely slow response. The vehicle failed to stop properly. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they stated the rear brake system was faulty. The rear brake, master cylinder and brake lines were previously replaced. The vehicle was not repaired for the most recent failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The failure mileage was 92,000. The vin was unavailable.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10030825BMW motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. BMW motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. Ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10% can have an adverse effect on performance and can result in damage to components that come into contract with fuel. No warranty claims whatsoever for damage caused in this way will be accepted. No model years listed.
Every BMW R100 model year
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