2020 BMW S 1000 R
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 BMW S 1000 R is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.
2020 BMW S 1000 R at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2020 BMW S 1000 R recalls 1
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 F900R, F900XR, S1000RR, F750GS, F850GS, F850GS Adventure, R1250GS, R1250GS Adventure, R1250RS, R1250R, RnineT, RnineT Pure and RnineT Scrambler and 2019-2020 S1000R motorcycles. The brake light may flash instead of remain steady during emergency braking. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMV…
Fix: BMW will notify owner, and dealers will reprogram the emergency stop signal function, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. 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.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 19
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 19.
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 2021When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
Bulletin MC610821 · Electrical System · Jul 2021BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and newer BMW Motorcycles…
Bulletin MC000621 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility, Engine, Equipment · Jun 2021Warning light and fault message in the TFT with faults stored for the rear oxygen sensor (after the catalytic converter). The failure usually occurs shortly after the vehicle handover or the running-in check
Bulletin MC110821 · Back Over Prevention, Air Bags · Jun 2021Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the S 1000 R. Model-year data, not specific to one car.