2015 BMW S1000 XR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
11
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 BMW S1000 XR
The 2015 BMW S1000 XR has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, VISIBILITY. 11 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR, potentially affecting up to 3,142 vehicles.
Recall 18E016000 — EQUIPMENT
| 1,571 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles,...
Consequence: The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 18E016000 — VISIBILITY
| 1,571 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles,...
Consequence: The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR.
Safety Rating for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 BMW S1000 XR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 11 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC330421 — SUSPENSION
Depending on the chassis and suspension adjustment, as well as vehicle load, the drive chain may make contact with the swing arm under certain conditions.
MC110120 — ENGINE
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. temperature influences). This can cause a narrowing...
MC64011504 — ENGINE
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC62067656 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The Navigator V (5) does not link with the motorcycle when mounted in the cradle. Cradle harness is plugged into the wrong connector.
MC62085781 — STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Handlebar weight with hand protection. Vehicles with hand protection, the mounting screw for the handlebar weight becomes loose.
MC62085781 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Handlebar weight with hand protection. Vehicles with hand protection, the mounting screw for the handlebar weight becomes loose.
MC62085781 — EQUIPMENT
Handlebar weight with hand protection. Vehicles with hand protection, the mounting screw for the handlebar weight becomes loose.
MC6204735401 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Implausible RPM values displayed, speed indicator shows "---", DDC and or ABS lamp lights up. Loose threaded connector.
MC6208578101 — STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Handlebar weight with hand protection. Vehicles with hand protection, the mounting screw for the handlebar weight becomes loose.
MC2300315-024 — EQUIPMENT
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.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 BMW S1000 XR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW S1000 XR
- 2015 BMW S1000 XR (current)
- 2016 BMW S1000 XR — 1 complaint
- 2017 BMW S1000 XR — 0 complaints
- 2018 BMW S1000 XR — 0 complaints
- 2019 BMW S1000 XR — 0 complaints