BMW Motorrad recalls

10 official recalls and safety alerts involving BMW Motorrad since 2022-03, from EU Safety Gate. Newest first. Check the official notice for exact models and batch codes.

This list only includes recalls Recall Atlas has collected since 2021-10. A product not listed here may still be affected; check with BMW Motorrad or the relevant agency.

  1. 2026-09-15
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    Motorcycle (BMW Motorrad) · S 1000 RR

    The vibration level of the motorcycle may cause an internal component of the ignition lock to wear prematurely, leading to sporadic loss of electrical contact. As a result, the ignition may be interrupted either at a…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by FranceBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  3. 2025-05-23
  4. DEEU
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    Motorcycle (BMW Motorrad) · M1000R, M1000XR

    A production fault may cause the jet needle to move out of the screw connection inside the steering damper. This may cause the steering to become heavy. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries. The product…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  5. 2025-04-04
  6. DEEU
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    Motorcycle (BMW Motorrad) · R 1300 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R12, R12 nineT, R12 nineT A2

    Humidity can penetrate the right-hand combined switch and lead to ignition failures such as stalling or delayed light functions' failure. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  7. 2025-01-31
  8. DEEU
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    Motorcycle (BMW Motorrad) · S1000RR, HP4, HP4 Race, M1000RR, M1000R, M1000XR, S1000R, S1000XR

    The screw connection of the oil filter may become detached at high engine speeds (>= 12 500 rpm), leading to an oil leak from the oil filter. This can result in oil deposits onto the road, creating slippery sections,…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  9. 2024-09-06
  10. DEEU
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    Motorcycle side boxes (BMW Motorrad) · Original Sonderzubehör Variokoffer / Original Side Accessory Variocase

    The mounted side boxes may not be fastened and locked correctly, and objects can fall onto the road whilst driving, posing a risk to the following traffic. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  11. DEEU
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    Motorcycle side-case carrier (BMW Motorrad) · Original Sonderzubehör Seitentaschenhalter / Original Side Accessory Pocket Holder

    The mounting kit for the side-case carrier contains screws that are too short. The carrier can detach from the motorcycle’s rear frame and fall onto the road, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries for other…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  12. 2024-05-17
  13. DEEU
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    Motorcycle side boxes (BMW Motorrad) · Original accessory Vario panniers

    The mounted side boxes may not be fastened and locked correctly, and can fall onto the road whilst driving, creating a risk for injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  14. 2024-04-26
  15. DEEU
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    Motorcycle top box (BMW Motorrad) · Original accessory Vario-Topcase

    The mounted top box may not be fastened and locked correctly by the user as the key can be pulled out of the lock without proper fastening. The top box may fall onto the road whilst driving, posing a risk to the…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  16. 2024-04-12
  17. DEEU
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    Motorcycle (BMW Motorrad) · R1300GS

    Due to defects in the injection casting process or mechanical damage to the sheath, humidity may enter the starter relay. This can lead to the corrosion of components/contacts inside the starter relay, causing…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →
  18. 2022-03-18
  19. DEEU
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    Motorcycle (BMW Motorrad) · K 1600 GT, K 1600 GTL, K 1600 BAGGER

    The rear strut link may have insufficient strength due to a part that does not meet the specifications and may deteriorate over time. This could affect rider handling and control, increasing the risk of an accident.…

    EU Safety Gate · reported by GermanyBMW MotorradOfficial notice →