1996 BMW R100RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R100RT years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 BMW R100RT. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 BMW R100RT 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1996 BMW R100RT recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 BMW R100RT.
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.
This defect exists in model year 1996 bmw r100rt motorcycles. Specifically, the throttle cable is known to fray and hang open, causing the rider to be unable to close the throttle and stop the motorcycle from accelerating. I recently was traveling on an interstate highway when the throttle hung in…
Other BMW R100RT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW R100RT?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 BMW R100RT?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 BMW R100RT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R100RT model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.