BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S1000RR MOTORCYCLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 10, 2012
IN THE EVENT OF ENGINE DAMAGE, ESCAPING OIL COULD CAUSE HANDLING ISSUES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
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moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
IN THE EVENT OF ENGINE DAMAGE, ESCAPING OIL COULD CAUSE HANDLING ISSUES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
ENGINE SEIZED AFTER AN ACCELERATION EVENT ON THE FREEWAY. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW S100 RR MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER:12V177000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE) AND WAS SERVICED UNDER THE RECALL. AFTER THE REPAIRS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MIL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW S1000RR MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE RIDING 55 MPH, THE CONNECTING ROD PUNCHED A HOLE THROUGH THE ENGINE BLOCK CAUSING OIL AND ANTIFREEZE TO LEAK ALL OVER THE CONTACT AND THE ROAD. IN ADDITION, THE OIL LEAKED ON THE REAR TIRES CAUSING THEM TO SEIZE AND THE CONTACT ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MERGED THE VEHICLE OFF THE HIGHWAY WHERE I…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover engine issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.