2015 BMW S1000 RR Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 12, 2016 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other S1000 RR years
Not enough data 3rd of 17 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 BMW S1000 RR. That ranks 3rd out of 17 S1000 RR model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 5 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

BMW S1000 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 2015 BMW S1000 RR problems

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

Steering3 · ~5 mi
Electrical System1 · ~17,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~1,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering360%5——
Electrical System120%17,000——
Power Train120%1,500——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 4 complaints
2015: 4201542016: 120161

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 BMW S1000 RR recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 BMW S1000 RR.

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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 2010 (na) bmw s1000 rr. While driving 40 mph, the engine began to stall and smoke appeared under one of the seats. The fire department extinguished the fire and a fire and a police report were filed. No injuries were sustained. It was discovered that the failure was caused by…

Electrical System · received Jan 12, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10819639

Motorcycle pulls to the right. Force must be applied to maintain a straight line.

Steering · received Sep 19, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10765294

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 bmw s 1000 rr. The contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the camshaft malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired due to the manufacturer not sending the parts. The manufacturer was not…

Power Train · received Aug 6, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10746825

The bike tips or veers to the right everytime it is ridden. The problem is more apparent at speeds above 35mph and is not affected by the crown of the road. Extra steering effort is required especially at highway speeds as the bike always wants to tip into to the right side of the road. This…

Steering · received Jun 17, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10725786

Since new this s1000rr motorcycle has been constantly pulling or veering to the right and bmw refuses to address or even recognize the defect, much less rectify it.

Steering · received Jun 4, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10723531

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW S1000 RR?

Owners most often report steering, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 BMW S1000 RR?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2015 BMW S1000 RR a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S1000 RR model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.