2018 BMW S1000 RR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
0
Recalls
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 BMW S1000 RR
The 2018 BMW S1000 RR has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 BMW S1000 RR. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE ENGINE MADE AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING SOUND. THE NOISE WAS A DISTRACTION AND THE CONTACT FELT AS IF HE WOULD BE THROWN FROM THE VEHICLE. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BROWER MOTOR SPORTS (2300 OKEECHOBEE BLVD, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33409, (561) 296-9696) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A NEW CAM CHAIN WAS NEEDED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE REPAIR FAILED LATER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,902. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
Safety Rating for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 BMW S1000 RR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC110220 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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.
MC1100216 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Process to follow it crankshaft markings cannot be identified.
MC5438045403 — ENGINE
Rattling/chattering engine noise form the timing gear after approximately 9000 miles. Chain tensioner range of adjustment no longer sufficient.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 BMW S1000 RR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW S1000 RR
- 2013 BMW S1000 RR — 0 complaints
- 2015 BMW S1000 RR — 3 complaints
- 2016 BMW S1000 RR — 3 complaints
- 2017 BMW S1000 RR — 0 complaints
- 2018 BMW S1000 RR (current)
- 2020 BMW S1000 RR — 3 complaints