1996 BMW R1100 RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R1100 RT years
- Not enough data 3rd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 BMW R1100 RT. That ranks 3rd out of 5 R1100 RT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 52,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 BMW R1100 RT 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 100% | 52,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 BMW R1100 RT recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: The rear brake hose can contact the rear tire as the rear suspension moves through its range of travel.
Risk: The hose can abrade to the point where the hose will leak brake fluid, resulting in a loss of the rear brake. Also, brake fluid leaking onto the rear tire can impair the motorcycle's dynamic stability.
Fix: Dealers will modify the hose guide and re-route the rear brake hose to insure that it cannot contact the rear tire throughout the range of suspension travel.
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.
Final drive failure -- large bearing. *tr
Transmission failure -- 2nd gear will no longer stay engaged under normal acceleration. Bike is out of warranty. Until rebuild, avoiding 2nd gear use
When shifting down into second gear, the transmission would jump out of gear while accelerating, causing the bike to lurch and distract the consumer. The dealer was notified. Ts scc
Other BMW R1100 RT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 R1100 RT | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 R1100 RT | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 R1100 RT | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 R1100 RT | 3 | 0 |
| 1996 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW R1100 RT?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1996 BMW R1100 RT?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 BMW R1100 RT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R1100 RT model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.