Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR peaked in 2023, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model yearRemedy pending
2023 BMW S 1000 RR
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Apr 18, 2023 to Jan 14, 2024.
Recall campaigns covering this model year217k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints22.0 times the median 2023 motorcycle
Severity index0.02023 motorcycles average 7.9
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-478 | Jul 23, 2026 | Vibration of the motorcycle may cause an internal component of the ignition lock to fail, which can cause the instrument display, rear lighting,… | Electrical system | 16,736 | Remedy pending |
| 23V-123 | Feb 24, 2023 | Motorcycle hand brake lever may not function correctly, reducing brake performance | Brakes | 394 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Jan 14, 2024Failure Jan 7, 2024Puerto rico, PRElectrical system, Unknown or other
In a sunny Sunday , S1000RR BlackStorm, 3207 miles. Riding I stop a in a awesome spot for pictures but when I turn off the key, the starter activates, I turned on the key and bike turned on automatically, I press the kill switch , the starter activates again. I press the starter and bike turn on. I continue to home 26 km from the place of situation. When I arraigo home I turned off the switch and bike turned off. Now bike won’t start. Full of gas, Battery full, fuse of 40 starter healthy, when I press the starter red button, I hear a click near the left side , near starter, but won’t start. No messages in the panel. The safety issue is that pressing the kill switch, moto remains starting activate, I was so scared, since in any gas spill pressing the kill switch to turn off it starter activate is a very dangerous situation. :(
NHTSA complaint 11565441 - Filed Apr 18, 2023Failure Apr 14, 20232,500 milesMadison Heights, VAEngine
The contact owns a 2023 BMW S 1000 RR. The contact stated that on four separate occasions while riding approximately 80 MPH, the contact attempted to accelerate; however, the motorcycle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the roadway and restarted the motorcycle after several minutes. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,500.
NHTSA complaint 11517583
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
11 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- MCAS5425 Jul 19, 2025 · Other
Exhaust Camshaft Adjuster Switch Cam - MCAS3625 May 13, 2025 · Other
Inspection and Return - Set of Gaskets - MC650324 Jul 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Due to a software error, the smart phone with connected app is paired to the motorcycle, but the app does not connect to the motorcycle. - MC360124 Jun 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Carbon rim is leaking in the valve stem area. Due to breaking of the rim during mold separation andcracks in the clear coat. BMW Motorrad has extensively tested this complaint and have found that heavy, improper use cancreate leaks and cracks in general. Fo… - MC110124 May 25, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Coolant residue found on the oil sump. And/or Coolant level in the expansion tank is too low. It has been found that the oil/coolant pumps are often replaced without there being an actual leak. Due to the design these pumps can drip in small quantities. - B611305 Jan 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The 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 âdisc… - MC310123 Nov 2, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
On the above listed vehicles, lubricant residue can be found on the fork cap on the right side telescoping fork. Vehicles with caps 31 42 1 754 557 and 31 42 1 757 701 can show this residue. These are not leaks at the cap, but assembly grease residue. Fork… - MCAS4023 Sep 29, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing. - MC110322 Sep 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
During the production of the intake camshaft there was a change in the coolant used to prevent localized overheating of parts of the camshaft. Because of this, certain parts of the camshaft may have a changed surface hardness that can result in increased … - MC160323 Aug 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster. - SIB-111421 Jun 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CHECK ROCKER ARMS AND REPLACE WHERE NEEDED.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.