2012 BMW S 1000 Rr recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 2 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr recalls, newest first
Dec 14, 2012Structure, MotorcycleBMW is recalling certain model year 2012 to 2013 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012. Due to a manufacturing fault, the side stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame of the motorcycle.
Risk: A separation of the side stand could cause the motorcycle to fall, causing a risk of injury.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will clean the sidestand mounting plate threads and replace the side stand mounting plate bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1 800 525 7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
NHTSA campaign 12V585000 · BMW of North America, LLC
Apr 20, 2012Engine And Engine Cooling, EngineBMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S1000RR MOTORCYCLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 10, 2012. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING PROCESS ERROR, THE CONNECTING ROD BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE DURING HIGH ENGINE TEMPERATURES AND/OR HIGH ENGINE OPERATING SPEEDS WHICH COULD RESULT IN CATASTROPHIC ENGINE DAMAGE.
Risk: IN THE EVENT OF ENGINE DAMAGE, ESCAPING OIL COULD CAUSE HANDLING ISSUES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONNECTING ROD BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 8, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1 800 525 7417.
NHTSA campaign 12V177000 · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
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FAQ
Does the 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.