2023 BMW S 1000 RR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
The 2023 BMW S 1000 RR has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Engine (1 complaint), and Unknown Or Other (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR, potentially affecting up to 394 vehicles.
Recall 23V123000 — SERVICE BRAKES
| 394 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 S 1000 RR motorcycles. The motorcycle hand brake lever may not function correctly, reducing brake performance.
Consequence: Reduced brake performance can extend the distance required to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hand brake lever fulcrum pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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. :(
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. :(
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.
Safety Rating for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC360124 — WHEELS
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. For example, pressing/hitting the valve with the...
SIB-111421 — SUSPENSION
CHECK ROCKER ARMS AND REPLACE WHERE NEEDED.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW S 1000 RR
- 2020 BMW S 1000 RR — 7 complaints
- 2021 BMW S 1000 RR — 2 complaints
- 2022 BMW S 1000 RR — 3 complaints
- 2023 BMW S 1000 RR (current)
- 2025 BMW S 1000 RR — 0 complaints