2018 BMW S1000 XR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 BMW S1000 XR
The 2018 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. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2018 BMW S1000 XR
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2018 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 2018 BMW S1000 XR
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW S1000 XR.
Safety Rating for the 2018 BMW S1000 XR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 BMW S1000 XR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 BMW S1000 XR
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 BMW S1000 XR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC63022267 — STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Vibrations on the handlebars in an engine range from 2000 to 4000 rpm may be perceived as uncomfortable by some customers.
MC64013776 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Motorcycle does not start after it has been parked for a short period of time - this is due to excessive pressure in the fuel line. A software update has been created to eleviate this.
MC64013776 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Motorcycle does not start after it has been parked for a short period of time - this is due to excessive pressure in the fuel line. A software update has been created to eleviate this.
MC62067656 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Navigator V (5) does not link with the motorcycle when mounted in the cradle. Cradle harness is plugged into the wrong connector.
MC4600115-019 — EQUIPMENT
During an interim period, some vehicles ordered with a luggage carrier were being shipped with grab handles in its place. This was done in order to ensure that all luggage carriers meet the quality standards of BMW Motorrad and to avoid a delay in vehicle delivery. A printed advisory to...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 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 — 0 complaints
- 2016 BMW S1000 XR — 1 complaint
- 2017 BMW S1000 XR — 0 complaints
- 2018 BMW S1000 XR (current)
- 2019 BMW S1000 XR — 0 complaints