2023 BMW S 1000 RR recalls

2 safety recalls, 2 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
2Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2023 BMW S 1000 RR recall list

Electrical System recall

26V-478
July 23, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 S 1000 RR US, and 2020-2026 S 1000 RR motorcycles. The vibration of the motorcycle may cause an internal component of the ignition lock to fail, which can cause the instrument display, rear lighting, and other systems such as ABS to fail, or cause an engine stall while riding.
Safety risk
An engine stall or failure of electrical systems such as the instrument display or ABS, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.

Service Brakes recall

23V-123
February 24, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.

2023 BMW S 1000 RR owner complaints

2 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System1
Unknown or Other1
Engine1

Recent complaints

January 14, 2024Electrical SystemUnknown or Other

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 act

April 18, 2023Engine

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.

2023 BMW S 1000 RR recall FAQ

Does the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR. The most recent, filed July 23, 2026, concerns the electrical system.

What are the most common 2023 BMW S 1000 RR problems?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (1 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2023 BMW S 1000 RR.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2023 BMW S 1000 RR?

Contact any authorized BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.