Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2017 BMW S1000 R peaked in 2017, 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
2017 BMW S1000 R
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Jun 10, 2017 to Sep 22, 2017.
Recall campaigns covering this model year11,571 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Close to the median 2017 motorcycle
Severity index0.02017 motorcycles average 8.5
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2017 BMW S1000 R 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
One recall campaign covers the 2017 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 |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2017 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 Sep 22, 2017Failure Sep 16, 20171,140 milesVirginia Beach, VAVehicle speed control
RIDING 2017 BMW MOTORCYCLE WITH 1140 MILES AT 55 MPH ON HIGHWAY AND BIKE SIMPLY FAULTED OUT TO IDLE RPM AND NEUTRAL GEAR. NO THROTTLE CONTROL, NO GEAR CONTROL. LUCKILY GOT BIKE OFF HIGHWAY AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP (ADVENTURE BMW IN CHESAPEAKE, VA). THEY CLEARED FAULT AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE. DANGEROUS!! WHAT IF I WERE IN A TUNNEL? I HOPE THIS IS NOT A SYSTEMIC ISSUE.
NHTSA complaint 11024993 - Filed Jun 10, 2017Failure Jun 7, 2017550 milesAnchorage, AKElectrical system, Power train
WHILE UNDER BRISK OR HEAVY ACCELERATION, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES AND THE ENGINE LOSES POWER, AND THE THROTTLE BECOMES TOTALLY UNRESPONSIVE. IT CAN HAPPEN ANYWHERE. THE BIKE HAS TO BE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF, AND ONCE RESTARTED IS RUNS FINE. THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS AS I WAS ON A FREEWAY UNDER CONSTRUCTION AND THERE WAS NO SHOULDER FOR ME TO PULL OFF ONTO. I COULD HAVE EASILY BEEN STRUCK BY A VEHICLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN A MONTH.
NHTSA complaint 10994297
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
29 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. - SISIB011317 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, LLC - SIM010917 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG) to Lighting reso… - B3106170621 Jun 22, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Please return all part(s) to your facing Regional Distribution Center (RDC). Submit for return using a YR26 damage claim with order reason BM2. A valid BMW delivery and delivery item number must be entered, and TEC73 must appear in the text of your TEC claim. - 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.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.