The motorcycle unexpectedly shut off while accelerating into an intersection. It appears to be caused by a faulty ignition lock that turns the motorcycle off due to vibration while driving, recorded on video
The worst 2025 BMW S 1000 RR problems
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- Electrical1
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- Electrical1
Recalls 2
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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 beginning September 14, 2026.
Recall number 26V478000 · Recall details
Communication: auto crash notification
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.
- Risk
- In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.
- Remedy
- The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 25V480000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2025 BMW S 1000 RR 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Return Combination Switch
- After a quality inspection it was found that due to improper machining, the right-side chain tensioner...
- When turning the wheel slowly, you might hear rattling noises from inside
- Customer complains when the bike parked and without the engine running; while compressing and lettingthe...
- Traces of wear seem to be found on the needle bearing bush of the rear suspension strut
- During the production of the intake camshaft there was a change in the coolant used to prevent localized...
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Questions about the 2025 BMW S 1000 RR
Is the 2025 BMW S 1000 RR reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2025 BMW S 1000 RR, fewer than a typical S 1000 RR model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 BMW S 1000 RR?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2025 BMW S 1000 RR have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and communication.
Was there a recall on the 2025 BMW S 1000 RR electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 26V478000, 25V480000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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