2004 BMW R850 R Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 26, 2004 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

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NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2004 BMW R850 R so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2004 BMW R850 R recalls (1)

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SuspensionMay 19, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V235000 · 84 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the front spring strut upper stud bolt weld can fail. This could cause the bolt to break.

Risk: If this happens, the rider may not be able to control the motorcycle, which could cause a crash without warning.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front spring strut. The recall began during june 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-331-1117.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW R850 R?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW R850 R?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 BMW R850 R a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R850 R model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.