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Model year

2018 BMW S1000 R

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (1)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (86)
Recall campaigns covering this model year11,571 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2018 BMW S1000 R by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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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 2018 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.

Recall campaigns for the 2018 BMW S1000 R
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
18E-016Mar 21, 2018Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number…Equipment1,571Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 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.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    86 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

    • 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
    • B610520 Feb 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The results of the Energy …
    • B123314 Feb 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B12 33 14 dated February 2016. The Service Engine Soon light is on. There may also be a complaint of low heat output with lower outside temperatures. CAUSE During th…
    • B110120 Feb 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B11 01 20 dated February 2020. On rare occasions during an engine oil service the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either…
    • B840416 Jan 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SOS MALFUNCTION DISPLAYED This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B84 04 16 dated September 2016. One or all the following may be experienced in the vehicle: An SOS malfunction is seen in the Kombi (aka instrument cluster) When pressing t…
    • MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
    • B651519 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO.
    • B640613 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A/C COOLING: INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 9) supersedes SI B64 06 13 dated June 2017. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time usually longe…
    • MC64011504 Aug 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
    • B651419 Jun 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT. During programming several aborts can occur in the head unit NBT EVO (HU-H2).
    • B651119 Jun 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Due to an issue during supplier production the driver and/or passenger knee air bags could become damaged during deployment.
    • B110119 Jun 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 01 19 dated February 2019.
    • B840214 May 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      INFORMATION New information provided by this revision is preceded by this symbol. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated September 2018.
    • B612315 Apr 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
    • MC54380454 Feb 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Rattling/chattering engine noise from the timing chain.
    • B512518 Nov 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      RATTLE NOISE FROM LOWER A-PILLAR. A rattle noise is present from the lower area of the A-Pillar. Due to a manufacturing error, the bolt securing the front door brake/stop to the A-Pillar may have loosened over time.
    • 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.
    • B640915 Feb 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 09 15 dated January 2016. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent - A/C is Off. A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the cente…
    • B123314 Feb 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 12 33 14 dated December 2015. SUBJECT Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon light is on. Fault Code 1D2008: Map thermostat: jammed open is stored in the DME. There may also be a complaint of…
    • B111015 Jan 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The Service Engine Soon light is on with corresponding fault codes in the DME for the engine thermostat.
    • 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.
    • MC58340731 May 1, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DTC not working, DME fault 0x21FB10 - longitudinal acceleration sensor.
    • 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.
    • B650915 Dec 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SI B65 09 15 November 2016 Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms,SRS Technical Service NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The Head Unit-High (HU-H) resets intermittently or permanently. 1. The display is inoperative and there is n…
    • B630816 Dec 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TURN SIGNAL - INTERMITTENTLY FLASHES AT FASTER RATE. Turn signal, intermittently, flashes at faster rate or not at all. Software error in FEM (Front Electronics Module)
    • B650414 Sep 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT: ACSM FC 930A60 OR 930A1C SEAT OCCUPANCY DETECTION. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be on when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code ""930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, fron…
    • B613617 Sep 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "BATTERY DISCHARGE CCM (CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE) DISPLAYED: COMFORT ACCESS DISABLED. One or more of the following conditions are present: * CCM ""Battery. Discharge in standstill."", or similar, is displayed. * Comfort Access and contactless tailgate opening …
    • B610315 Sep 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      VARIOUS CCM (CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES) CAUSED BY SHORTED K-CAN. The customer states that one or more of the following CCM are displayed: * 627 - Steering behavior: Drive moderately * 070 - Steering: Drive moderately * 765 - Rear-end collision restricted * 850…
    • B840214 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated July 2014 What's New: Model - Removed models which no longer support BMW Assist functionality and added new models. Procedure - Add step r…
    • B640613 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow What is new The date in repair procedure and warranty section has been changed for vehicles produced to September 30, 2013 and from October 1, 2013.. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air con…
    • B621017 Aug 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ERRONEOUS SERVICE INCLUSIVE CBS DISPLAY. After pre-delivery check or after instrument cluster exchange, BMW Service Inclusive is displayed although the vehicle does not feature the optional Service Inclusive coverage. Instrument Cluster display error
    • B660918 Apr 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CHECK CONTROL STATES REMOTE KEY IS MISSING WHEN THE KEY IS LOCATED IN THE VEHICLE: Only affects vehicles that have been programmed with ISTA 4.10.1x and I-level 18-03-511 or 18-03-576
    • B310112 Apr 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATIONARY OR PARKING
    • B121218 Apr 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DRIVE WARNING CCM MESSAGES: Check Control Massages (CCM) displayed:
    • B120718 Apr 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DME FC 1C0102 IS STORED WITH NO OTHER RELATED FAULTS: The following fault has been stored in the Digital Motor electronics (DME) fault memory with no other engine oil pressure faults stored.
    • 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.
    • B652517 Nov 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ENTRY EVO HEAD UNIT WILL NOT PLAY MP3 FORMATTED CD's: Data CDÕs (encoded as MP3Õs) can NOT be played.
    • B641316 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A/C FAILURE: FC 801252 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR: INTERNAL FAULT DETECTED: Air conditioning (A/C) failure with IHKA fault code "801252 - Electric A/C compressor: Internal fault detected".
    • B641216 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING: HVAC blower is not working.
    • B630516 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside.
    • B621917 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Upon starting the vehicle (terminal 15 switched on), the instrument cluster does not function (stays dark, no needle response, no bus communication).
    • B620218 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      VEHICLE CHECK DISPLAYS DUE IN CBS DATA AFTER RESET FOR 2ND OIL SERVICE: After reset of service interval (e.g. oil change), the vehicle check is displayed as "Due" (yellow).
    • B513016 Mar 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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