Coolant leaking from the oil/water pump weep hole on the K69 engine (2022 S1000XR, ~8,000 miles). Leak appeared during a typical ride around town. A second 2021 S1000XR (~10,000 miles) on the same ride showed the same leak, and that bike's coolant reservoir was found near empty, indicating ongoing loss. The pump is a combined oil and coolant pump inside the engine sump; the coolant-side shaft seal is failing. Safety concern: coolant loss can cause overheating and power loss at speed, coolant dripping onto the rear tire, and if the seal fails fully, coolant contamination of engine oil. BMW has issued service bulletins on this pump and dealers have replaced many under warranty. Dealer confirmed the weep hole as the source. Vehicle is out of warranty by time (not miles); dealer declined goodwill. Repair requires sump removal and full pump replacement, ~$1700. Buyer beware.
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Recalls 2
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S 1000R and 2020-2023 S 1000XR motorcycles. During a software update performed at a dealership, the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode feature "front wheel lift-off assistant" may have been inadvertently deactivated without alerting the rider.
- Risk
- Riding a motorcycle without knowing that the "front wheel lift-off assistant" has been deactivated can result in unexpected handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will instruct owners to check the configuration settings in the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode and adjust the settings as needed. Dealers will also inspect the motorcycles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 23V051000 · Recall details
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 S1000RR, M1000RR, and 2022-2023 S1000XR and S1000R motorcycles. The clutch cover bolts were not lubricated properly, which may cause the clutch cover to become loose and leak oil.
- Risk
- An oil leak occurring at the clutch cover increases the risk of a crash or fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace all 10 clutch cover bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 22V752000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 BMW S 1000 XR 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- After close inspection it has been found that DYNAMIC PRO riding mode cannot be selected with the MODE...
- Front and rear wheel speed sensor faults (0x3A1800 and 0x3A1801) appear after the bike is being revvedover...
- Check rocker arms and replace where needed.
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Is the 2022 BMW S 1000 XR reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2022 BMW S 1000 XR, fewer than a typical S 1000 XR model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 BMW S 1000 XR?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW S 1000 XR have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and power train.
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