Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2015 BMW S1000 R peaked in 2015, with 2 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 year
2015 BMW S1000 R
Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Jan 26, 2015 to Apr 23, 2015.
Recall campaigns covering this model year211k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints22.0 times the median 2015 vehicle
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2015 BMW S1000 R name engine and cooling
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 2015 BMW S1000 R
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18E-016 | Mar 21, 2018 | Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number… | Equipment | 1,571 | Part replacement |
| 17E-052 | Aug 21, 2017 | As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other drivers, and, as such, fail to comply with the requirements of… | Lighting | 9,000 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2015 BMW S1000 R
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 Apr 23, 2015Failure Dec 31, 20122,000 milesGlendora, CAKickstand/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 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.
NHTSA complaint 10712495 - Filed Jan 26, 2015Failure Jan 11, 20151,600 milesMesa, AZEngine, 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
NHTSA complaint 10678882
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
28 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 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… - SIB-111421 Jun 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CHECK ROCKER ARMS AND REPLACE WHERE NEEDED. - SIB510222 Jun 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Clarified information about the AI revision numbering of affected mirrors. - MC510222 Feb 4, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Bonding on the K63 handlebar accessory mirrors may fail, resulting in the loosening of the mirror-glass at the mirror assembly. - MC460122 Apr 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Over time, the turn indicator holders may become loose and shift away from their designated place on the fork tube. - MC610821 Jul 13, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit. - MC110821 Jun 4, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Warning 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 - MC310421 Apr 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models, - MC2300315024 Sep 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW 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. - MC64351344 Feb 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lurching at partial load range and Idle speed is unstable - MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood. - MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood. - MC54380454 Feb 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rattling/chattering engine noise from the timing chain. - MC5985426004 Aug 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces of leak. Evaporation in the vent hole of the tank. - MC5438045403 Aug 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rattling/chattering engine noise form the timing gear after approximately 9000 miles. Chain tensioner range of adjustment no longer sufficient. - MC62571524_03 Apr 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
During 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. - MC64171614 Sep 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Oil leaking at the clutch release lever sealing ring in the left housing - MC58340731 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DTC not working, DME fault Ox21FB10 - MC55813536 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period. - MC54380454 Oct 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rattling noises from timing gear. - MC61461571 Jun 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again. - MC50089366 Jul 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
An improper running-in process of inner engine components may lead to accelerated wear and engine damage. - MC59854260 Sep 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces on the vehicle. Evaporation through the vent hole in the coolant tank. - MC54380454 Sep 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rattling / 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. - MC63849336 Nov 18, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Faulty 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. - MC54380454 Feb 2, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After 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. - SIB-46-001-14 Aug 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW 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. *PE - SIB-11-003-14 Aug 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW MC: AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY, MOTORCYCLES WERE NOT FITTER WITH STICKERS TO CYLINDER HEAD STATING VALVE CLEARANCES. MODEL S 1000 R. *PE
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.