Recall Check

2020 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.

Recalls by system

  • Electrical System1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Model years

All 2 2020 BMW S 1000 Rr recalls, newest first

  1. Jul 23, 2026Electrical System, IgnitionBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 S 1000 RR US, and 2020 to 2026 S 1000 RR motorcycles. The vibration of the motorcycle may cause an internal component of the ignition lock to fail, which can cause the instrument display, rear lighting, and other systems such as ABS to fail, or cause an engine stall while riding.

    Risk: An engine stall or failure of electrical systems such as the instrument display or ABS, increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1 800 525 7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.

    NHTSA campaign 26V478000 · BMW of North America, LLC

  2. Aug 13, 2020Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Foundation ComponentsBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 to 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."

    Risk: 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.

    Fix: 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.

    NHTSA campaign 20V476000 · BMW of North America, LLC

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FAQ

Does the 2020 BMW S 1000 Rr have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2020 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 2020 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.