Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2016 BMW S1000 RR peaked in 2017, 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 year
2016 BMW S1000 RR
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Apr 12, 2017 to Jun 12, 2018.
Recall campaigns covering this model year19,000 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Close to the median 2016 motorcycle
Severity index0.02016 motorcycles average 9.6
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2016 BMW S1000 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
One recall campaign covers the 2016 BMW S1000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2016 BMW S1000 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 Jun 12, 2018Failure Jun 10, 201838,750 milesSanford, FLElectrical system, Engine
I BELIEVE IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT WHEN THE KEY TO A VEHICLE IS TURNED TO THE OFF POSITION, THE ENGINE SHOULD BE TURNED OFF WITH IT. HOWEVER, AS SHOWN TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY WITHIN THE PICTURE I HAVE PROVIDED, MY ENGINE IS STILL RUNNING AND CAN BE REVVED WHILE THE KEY IS NOT PRESENT. MAKE NO MISTAKE, THIS IS A FULLY STREET LEGAL BIKE THAT HAS NOT BEEN MODIFIED FOR TRACK/PROFESSIONAL USE. THE DANGER OF THIS LIES WITHIN THE FACT THAT NOT ALL RIDERS PUT THEIR MOTORCYCLE INTO NEUTRAL BEFORE RELEASING THE CLUTCH LEVER AND TURNING OFF THE BIKE NOR ARE THEY REQUIRED; WHICH MEANS THEY COULD UNKNOWINGLY PROPEL THE BIKE FROM UNDERNEATH THEM HURTING NOT ONLY THEMSELVES, BUT BYSTANDERS AS WELL AS PROPERTY DAMAGE. BMW MOTORCYCLES HAS AN EXCELLENT WARRANTY THAT WOULD NORMALLY COVER THIS ISSUE, ONLY IF THE OWNER EXPERIENCED IT WITHIN THE DESIGNATED TIME FRAME. WHAT ABOUT THE OTHER THOUSANDS OF MOTORCYCLES WITHOUT WARRANTY COVERAGE THAT COULD EASILY EXPERIENCE THIS ISSUE? IT IS NOT POPULAR, BUT A KNOWN ISSUE WITHIN THE S1000RR COMMUNITY.
NHTSA complaint 11101295 - Filed Apr 12, 2017Failure Mar 25, 20175,000 milesPiedmont, CAPower train
VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL WHILE VEHICLE IS RUNNING. WORKED FINE WHEN NEW. THIS PROBLEM STARTED 3-4 MONTHS AFTER NEW. LAST TIME AT THE DEALER (SF BMW MOTORCYCLES) WAS 3/25/17 - THE DEALER REPLICATED THE ISSUE, BUT DOES NOT HAVE A FIX. THE DEALER REQUESTED ASSISTANCE FROM BMW N.A. BMW N.A. STATES "THEY ARE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND HAVE REPLICATED IT ON OTHER BIKES", "NOT A DEFECT, BUT A FEATURE OF THE BIKE". BMW N.A. WILL NOT PAY TO HAVE THE BIKE SERVICED OR FIXED. SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE! NOT ONLY THIS MOTORCYCLE, BUT OTHERS WITH THE SAME TRANSMISSION HAVE THIS ISSUE AS WELL.
NHTSA complaint 10972133
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
34 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… - 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. - TEC26 Apr 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TEC26 Turbo Charger Return - TEC25 Mar 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tec25 Wishbone Return - TEC24 Apr 14, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tech24 Snap-in Adapter Return - SIM110115 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MINI engine oil part number transition and model year 2016 engine oils - SIM010603 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MINI "Enhanced" dealer self authorized (DSA)K goodwill program - 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. - MC610220 Jun 14, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The engine wiring harness may chafe on the honeycomb structure of the frame. In case of damage to the wiring harness, the wake-up line of the instrument cluster will be damaged. - 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, - MC63250780 Mar 13, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Occassionally the bank angle display is no longer visible in the instrument cluster after enging start. - MC64351344 Feb 1, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lurching at partial load range and Idle speed is unstable - MC610220 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The engine wiring harness may chafe on the honeycomb structure of the frame. In case of damage to thewiring harness, the wake-up line of the instrument cluster will be damaged. The instrument cluster will nolonger be activated with "Ignition ON?. - MC110220 Jun 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
On the S 1000 models, the seal for the coolant circuit of the oil/coolant pump was manufactured from an incorrect material. This could lead to a minor leakage of coolant into the oil circuit. The oil/coolant pump must be replaced. - MC110120 May 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that the engine installed in the affected vehicles may have a burr present in the guide bore for the oil supply of the timing chain. The burr can dislodge over time due to vibrations and oil pressure fluctuations (incl. temperat… - MC110119 Dec 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
On a limited number of engines for the S 1000 RR (K67), there were two deviations that occurred during the machining work on the crankcase lower section. - 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. - 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. - MC2300215-020 Aug 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in some cases gearbox shift lever (2) can work loose from gearshift shaft (3). As the distance covered by the motorcycle increases in the course of usage (frequency of gearshifts) the play between gearshift shaft and gearbo… - MC1100216 Jun 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Process to follow it crankshaft markings cannot be identified. - 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 - 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. - 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. - MC61030086 Mar 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Replacing a 190E tire with a 200E tire and vise versa causes detrimental effects with the traction control syatem. It is essentail that the correct tire size matches the encoding on the vehicle. - 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.