2023 Bmw S 1000 Xr 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 (7)
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.
Engine 2025-07-19 · MCAS5425 · Other
exhaust camshaft adjuster switch cam
Engine 2024-05-25 · MC110124 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
coolant residue found on the oil sump. and/or coolant level in the expansion tank is too low. it has been found that the oil/coolant pumps are often replaced without there being an actual leak. due to the design these pumps can drip in small quantities.
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.
Power Train 2023-11-28 · M610323 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
after close inspection it has been found that dynamic pro riding mode cannot be selected with the mode button, even though it was enabled in the main menu. it is also not possible to configure the dynamic pro riding mode.
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 2023-09-29 · MCAS4023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw ag has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.
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
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
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