2014 BMW S 1000 R
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 BMW S 1000 R is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.
2014 BMW S 1000 R at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2014 BMW S 1000 R recalls 3
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycl…
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure, 2014-2016 S1000R, 2015-2017 R1200R, 2016-2017 R1200RS, and 2010-2017 S1000RR motorcycles. As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other driver…
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2014 BMW S 1000 R common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 32
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 32.
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 âÂÂdi…
Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024On 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 wi…
Bulletin MC310123 · Suspension · Nov 2023CHECK ROCKER ARMS AND REPLACE WHERE NEEDED.
Bulletin SIB-111421 · Suspension · Jun 2023Over time, the turn indicator holders may become loose and shift away from their designated place on the fork tube.
Bulletin MC460122 · Parking Brake, Exterior Lighting · Apr 2022Bonding on the K63 handlebar accessory mirrors may fail, resulting in the loosening of the mirror-glass at the mirror assembly.
Bulletin MC510222 · Visibility, Equipment · Feb 2022Due to a process deviation during production, the surface coating of the rocker arms may wear prematurely.
Bulletin MC111421 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility, Equipment · Nov 2021K63 S 1000 R motorcycles do not have an option for a factory-installed navigation preparation; navigation preparation is only available as a dealer-installed accessory.
Bulletin MC620521 · Lane Departure, Equipment · Sep 2021BMW Motorrad has ascertained that on account of a manufacturing defect, some inlet valves could break at the valve head resulting in engine damage.
Bulletin MC110414 · Engine · Sep 2021Some motorcycles left the assembly line without being fitted with stickers affixed to the cylinder head stating the valve clearances.
Bulletin MC110314 · Engine · Sep 2021In the framework of quality monitoring, BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in some cases the clutch switch can trip before the clutch has fully disengaged.
Bulletin MC320114 · Electrical System · Sep 2021Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the S 1000 R. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
2014 BMW S 1000 R vehicles on record
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D0205EZ404963
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D0201EZ400831
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D1204EZ198962
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D0206EZ400419
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D0204EZ402833
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D0203EZ402287
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D020XEZ404800
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D0201EZ402272
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D1200FZ199205
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D1202FZ199612
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB1052401EZ042636
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D1200EZ198568
2014 BMW S 1000 RWB10D1200FZ199544