Skip to main content

2003 BMW R 1150 R POWER TRAIN Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for POWER TRAIN issues.

← View all 2003 BMW R 1150 R recalls

POWER TRAIN Safety Recalls

Critical #02V319000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer
BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
What Happened
The gear shift wheels in your motorcycle's manual transmission are designed to connect and disconnect smoothly. However, in certain models, these wheels might not be properly seated, which can cause problems when shifting gears.
Risk if Unfixed
If this issue occurs, the gear wheels could crack, making it difficult or impossible to shift gears. In the worst case, the rear wheel could lock, affecting the motorcycle's stability and potentially causing a loss of control while riding.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will inspect the transmission and replace the gear box if necessary, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible and contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117, option #4 if the repair is not completed within a reasonable time. This timing describes the original 2002 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE 3RD AND 4TH TRANSMISSION GEAR (SHIFT) WHEELS MAY NOT BE SECURELY SEATED ON THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. CONSEQUENTLY, WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SHIFT FROM 5TH TO 6TH GEAR, ENGAGEMENT OF THE TWO GEARS MAY OCCUR SIMULTANEOUSLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE GEAR WHEELS COULD CRACK RESULTING IN A LOSS OF TRANSMISSION CAPABILITY, OR, A LOCK OF TRANSMISSION COULD OCCUR. THE REAR WHEEL COULD LOCK WHICH, DEPENDING UPON TRAFFIC AND ROAD CONDITIONS, AND THE RIDER'S REACTION, COULD AFFECT THE STABILITY OF THE MOTORCYCLE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MOTORCYCLES AND REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION GEAR BOX IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117, OPTION #4.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Similar POWER TRAIN Recalls in Other Vehicles

2020 FORD Explorer
7 POWER TRAIN recalls
2021 FORD F-150
7 POWER TRAIN recalls
2014 FORD Fusion
6 POWER TRAIN recalls
2021 FORD Explorer
5 POWER TRAIN recalls
2022 FORD Explorer
5 POWER TRAIN recalls
2013 FORD Fusion
5 POWER TRAIN recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2003 BMW R 1150 R safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION recall for the 2003 BMW R 1150 R? (Campaign #02V319000)

The gear shift wheels in your motorcycle's manual transmission are designed to connect and disconnect smoothly. However, in certain models, these wheels might not be properly seated, which can cause problems when shifting gears. If this issue occurs, the gear wheels could crack, making it difficult or impossible to shift gears. In the worst case, the rear wheel could lock, affecting the motorcycle's stability and potentially causing a loss of control while riding. Your authorized dealer will inspect the transmission and replace the gear box if necessary, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible and contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117, option #4 if the repair is not completed within a reasonable time. This timing describes the original 2002 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.