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2020 BMW S 1000 XR

2 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #20V476000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The front brake caliper in your motorcycle is a critical part that helps you stop safely. In some 2019-2020 BMW bikes, the caliper can leak brake fluid when parked.
Risk if Unfixed
If the caliper leaks, it can slowly drain the brake fluid over time. This could lead to reduced brake performance, making it harder to stop your bike, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the front brake caliper and replace it with a new, redesigned one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 R 1250 GS, GS Adventure and R 1250 RT, 2020 S 1000 RR and S 1000 XR motorcycles. The front brake calipers may leak brake fluid when parked. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 122, "Motorcycle Brake Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Overtime, a leaking front brake caliper can reduce the amount of brake fluid in the reservoir. Low volume could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the front brake calipers with an improved version, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 12, 2020. As of January 19, 2021, a remedy was still not available. The recall began March 8, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Moderate #23V051000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The Dynamic Pro feature on your motorcycle is a software that helps you ride safely. In some 2022-2023 S 1000R and 2020-2023 S 1000XR models, this feature might have been turned off without you knowing.
Risk if Unfixed
If you ride without this feature, you could lose control of your motorcycle, especially when you're lifting the front wheel. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect your motorcycle and guide you through the settings to make sure everything is working properly. This service is free, and you should contact your dealer when you get the recall notice to schedule a check-up.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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Other BMW S 1000 XR Years

2023
2 recalls
2022
2 recalls
2021
1 recall

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