1999 BMW R1100 S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R1100 S years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 BMW R1100 S. That is the most of any R1100 S model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is wheels (2 complaints, 50%). There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 BMW R1100 S 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 2 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 BMW R1100 S recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The flexible fuel hose leading from the fuel distributor can chafe against the rigid lines of the fuel feed and the return lines. Continued chafing of the flexible fuel hose can lead to fuel leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence on an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the right side flexible hose with one with a braided cover to prevent chafing. Owner notification began october 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #5.
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with high-mounted handlebars. The high-mounted handlebars are position on top of the upper fork clamp and are clamped to the top of each upper fork tube. It is possible for a handlebar to rotate forward.
Risk: If this were to occur while riding, the rider's balance could be upset and a crash and personal injury could result.
Fix: Dealers will degrease the clamping connection parts, rework the positioning tab (if necessary) to fit properly in the corresponding gap in the upper fork clamp, and reset the torque of the clamping connections.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. Due to use of an incorrect thread-locking material in production, it is possible for the rear brake linkage ball end, which is screwed into the rear brake lever, to loosen and eventually detach from the lever.
Risk: If this happens, the rear brake could no longer be applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will remove the brake linkage ball end from the brake lever and reinstall it with a different thread-locking compound, to prevent the ball end from loosening.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. If the engine backfires during the starting process, it is possible for either throttle body to loosen in its mount, or to disconnect from its mount. If this happens, the fuel line could be damaged or the line and injector could separate from each other, causing fuel leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel distribution unit. In addition, the connection between the throttle body and the air inlet tube will be secured with two screws to prevent damage to the hose or injector should a backfire occur.
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.
Transmission input shaft seal failed. Dealer could not find the root cause. Pelican parts r1100s bulletin board suggests this failure is common, and recommended submitting this form.*ak
I have never crashed my 1999 bmw r1100sa motorcycle and maintained it strictly by bmw suggested schedule. 64k miles on the odo now. Though bike has not left me stranded, it has had endless problems - big problems and been out-of-service for repair in excess of 85 days in 2 years. It had a break in…
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
Front wheel rim is made of aluminum which is too soft and not properly designed for road stress and was bent by mild impact with road debris causing tire to deflate and vehicle to become uncontrollable. Nlm
Other BMW R1100 S years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 R1100 S | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 R1100 S | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 R1100 S | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 R1100 S | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | 4 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 BMW R1100 S?
Owners most often report wheels, engine and engine cooling, power train problems. The top one, wheels, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 BMW R1100 S?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 BMW R1100 S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R1100 S model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.