2015 BMW R Nine T Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R Nine T years
- Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 BMW R Nine T. That is the most of any R Nine T model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 6,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 BMW R Nine T problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 50% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 1,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 BMW R Nine T recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:frame and members
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R NINE T motorcycles. The bolts that connect the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
Risk: If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will remove the pivot pin bolts, clean, and re-install them with the proper torque after applying a thread locking adhesive, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at [email protected].
Exterior lighting:turn signal
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 R nine T motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, through January 26, 2015. The design of the rear turn signals may partially obscure the lights from being seen by the driver of a following vehicle. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: In certain road and traffic conditions, the rear turn signals may be slightly obscured to the driver of a following vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear turn signals with ones that have longer arms, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The tail light on my motorcycle is failing on a recurring basis. At my 6000 mile service i pointed out that it appeared to have dust getting into the interior of the light. Upon examination by the technician they determined the reflector had detached from the housing and was chafing against the…
In the mornings the clutch fails to engage making it difficult to shift from neutral into 1st gear. The clutch has to be "pumped" several times before attempting to shift into first gear again. After long periods of driving the shifting of gears is more difficult specially from fifth to sixth gear…
Other BMW R Nine T years
← 2014 R Nine T · 2016 R Nine T →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 R Nine T | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 R Nine T | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 R Nine T | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 R Nine T | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 R Nine T | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | 2 | 2 |
| 2014 R Nine T | 1 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW R Nine T?
Owners most often report exterior lighting, power train problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2015 BMW R Nine T?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 BMW R Nine T a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R Nine T model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.