2013 BMW S 1000 RR Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 9, 2021 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other S 1000 RR years
Not enough data 6th of 17 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR. That ranks 6th out of 17 S 1000 RR model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 4,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

BMW S 1000 RR
Supersport Motorrad BMW S1000RR, im Studio mit einem Striplight (von oben), einem Akzenttubus (auf das Vorderrad) und einer Lightbar (Mittebereich) ausgeleuchte. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Stefan Krause, Germany, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 2013 BMW S 1000 RR problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes1 · ~4,000 mi
Structure1 · ~16,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes150%4,000——
Structure150%16,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 1 complaints
2014: 1201412016: 120161

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 BMW S 1000 RR recalls (2)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpFeb 8, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V060000 · 20,963 vehicles

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.

Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center standDec 14, 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V585000 · 2,385 vehicles

Problem: BMW is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012. Due to a manufacturing fault, the side-stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side-stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame of the motorcycle.

Risk: A separation of the side-stand could cause the motorcycle to fall, causing a risk of injury.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will clean the sidestand mounting plate threads and replace the side-stand mounting plate bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].

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.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw s 1000 rr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the rpms decreased and the vehicle lunged forward unintended. The vehicle stalled and after restarting, it resumed to normal. The failure recurred sporadically. The contact mentioned that the side…

Structure · received May 31, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10871562

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw s 1000 rr motorcycle. The contact stated that the front brakes would not engage unless the contact repeatedly pumped the pedal. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where he was awaiting diagnosis of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The…

Service Brakes · received Feb 27, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10566307

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR?

Owners most often report service brakes, structure problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S 1000 RR model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.