2022 Bmw S 1000 R problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (2)
Electrical System:software 2023-02-03 · campaign 23V051000 · 754 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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.
Power Train:clutch Assembly 2022-10-07 · campaign 22V752000 · 951 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (15)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Suspension 2023-11-02 · MC310123 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
on the above listed vehicles, lubricant residue can be found on the fork cap on the right side telescoping fork. vehicles with caps 31 42 1 754 557 and 31 42 1 757 701 can show this residue. these are not leaks at the cap, but assembly grease residue. forks with this apparent leak have been receive
Wheels 2023-09-07 · MC340223 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
front and rear wheel speed sensor faults (0x3a1800 and 0x3a1801) appear after the bike is being revvedover 5000 rpm while still on the side stand, sometimes in conjunction with the side stand fault 0x3a1331. when the engine is revved up while on the side stand, vibrations are sent through the entir
Suspension 2023-06-05 · SIB-111421 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
check rocker arms and replace where needed.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm):software 2022-05-01 · SIB090121 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw offers a new special ista installation made available for roadside assistance / mobile service technicians. the new ista version is also able to be used in case of a remote software upgrade (rsu) programming failure to get the customer car reprogrammed on site. in case of a remote software upgra
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2022-05-01 · SIB010121 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
note: before performing a repair and submitting a claim, first confirm that the vehicle has the above notice of limited warranty extension in the dcsnet warranty inquiry vehicle comments section. if you have extended limited warranty (elw) eligibility and/or coverage questions, please contact the wa
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