2004 BMW R Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R Series years
- Not enough data 2nd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 BMW R Series. That ranks 2nd out of 10 R Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 13,482 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 BMW R Series 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 50% | 13,482 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | 1,075 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 74,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 BMW R Series recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the o-ring in fuel line quick-disconnect coupling could become damaged and lead to a fuel leak. There is also a problem involving crimp-type hose clamps, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, adjust all crimp-type hose clamps. Also, all fuel line quick-disconnect couplings will be inspected. If a leak is detected, the quick-disconnect o-ring will be replaced. If damaged, the coupling will be replaced. Owner notification began on april 30, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Motorcycle fires (PE07031) — opened Jun 21, 2007, closed Oct 23, 2007.
- Fuel line leakage (PE03054) — opened Dec 1, 2003, closed Jan 23, 2004, led to recall 04V028000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw r-series. The contact stated that he smelled fuel being emitted from the vehicle while it was parked in a residential garage. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the o-ring in the fuel line quick-disconnect coupling…
While driving on the highway (in a work zone), fuel began spraying from the right side of the motorcycle and the vehicle lost power. After pulling to the shoulder of the road and turning the vehicle off, gasoline continued to leak onto the hot exhaust pipes and vaporized into a cloud of smoke…
Bmw motorcycle final drive failures. In 2001 i purchased a new bmw r1100rt. Approximately one year into ownership 25k miles the final drive failed while i was riding. I thought the rear wheel was falling off. I was able to get the bike stopped without incident. I was traveling approximately 70 mph…
Right rear turn signal stem just feel off near the signal light. Plastic just broke after a 175 mile ride to ridgeway colorado. Less than a 32nd off an inch keeping it in place. Had to finish the last 60 miles with out it.*ak
Other BMW R Series years
← 2003 R Series · 2005 R Series →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 R Series | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 R Series | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 R Series | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 | 4 | 1 |
| 2003 R Series | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 R Series | 8 | 1 |
| 2001 R Series | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 R Series | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 R Series | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 R Series | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW R Series?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, exterior lighting, power train problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW R Series?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 BMW R Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R Series model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.