2015 BMW S1000 R
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2015 BMW S1000 R. Newest first.
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 year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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 2010-2017 S1000RR motorcycles. As designed, these…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand
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…
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, the kickstand fractured from the frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Power train
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 get the bike to restart. Intermittent problem. *tr
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.
- 10249027The 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 how to handle discharged battery complaints.
- 10240498Check rocker arms and replace where needed.
- 10218392Clarified information about the AI revision numbering of affected mirrors.
- 10212536Bonding on the K63 handlebar accessory mirrors may fail, resulting in the loosening of the mirror-glass at the mirror assembly.
- 10212063Over time, the turn indicator holders may become loose and shift away from their designated place on the fork tube.
- 10201170When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
- 10200256Warning 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
- 10194316The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
- 10193522BMW 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.
- 10188959Lurching at partial load range and Idle speed is unstable
- 10165274Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
- 10165251Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
- 10154766Rattling/chattering engine noise from the timing chain.
- 10151429Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces of leak. Evaporation in the vent hole of the tank.
- 10151428Rattling/chattering engine noise form the timing gear after approximately 9000 miles. Chain tensioner range of adjustment no longer sufficient.
- 10151297During 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.
- 10150064Oil leaking at the clutch release lever sealing ring in the left housing
- 10149290DTC not working, DME fault Ox21FB10
- 10149288Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
- 10149203Rattling noises from timing gear.
- 10147756Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
- 10147229An improper running-in process of inner engine components may lead to accelerated wear and engine damage.
- 10147171Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces on the vehicle. Evaporation through the vent hole in the coolant tank.
- 10147170Rattling / 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.
- 10136759Faulty 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.
- 10135002After 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.
- 10056670BMW 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.
- 10056669BMW mc: at time of assembly, motorcycles were not fitter with stickers to cylinder head stating valve clearances. Model s 1000 r.
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