2021 BMW S 1000 XR Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S 1000 XR years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 BMW S 1000 XR. That is the most of any S 1000 XR model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is structure (2 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 BMW S 1000 XR 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 2 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2021 BMW S 1000 XR recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:software
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S 1000R and 2020-2023 S 1000XR motorcycles. During a software update performed at a dealership, the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode feature "front wheel lift-off assistant" may have been inadvertently deactivated without alerting the rider.
Risk: Riding a motorcycle without knowing that the "front wheel lift-off assistant" has been deactivated can result in unexpected handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will instruct owners to check the configuration settings in the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode and adjust the settings as needed. Dealers will also inspect the motorcycles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
Loss of âEâ clips on retaining pins for passenger pegs, retaining pins vibrate out of holes causing loss of passenger pegs while riding. Potentially causing serious road debris and loss of passengers footing could cause accident or serious bodily injuries to self or others Cause is normal…
Loss of âEâ clips for windshield retaining pins, causing excessive shaking of the windshield and disrupting visibility and creating the potential for the windshield to fly back into the rider.
Other BMW S 1000 XR years
← 2020 S 1000 XR · 2022 S 1000 XR →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 S 1000 XR | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 S 1000 XR | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 S 1000 XR | 2 | 2 |
| 2017 S 1000 XR | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 S 1000 XR | 1 | 1 |
See all BMW S 1000 XR problems by year, every BMW model, or the BMW VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW S 1000 XR?
Owners most often report structure problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 BMW S 1000 XR?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 BMW S 1000 XR a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S 1000 XR model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.