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ProblemsByVin File / 2013-BMW-S-1000-RR
2013 · bmw

bmw S 1000 RR problems

1 safety recall. 2 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
9.2 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2013 S 1000 RR · body
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…
05/31/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10871562.0
2013 S 1000 RR · brakes
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…
02/27/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10566307.0

Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 12V585000 14/12/2012

BMW is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012

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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Common questions

Is the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 9.2 out of 10 based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2013 BMW S 1000 RR?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my BMW S 1000 RR has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 BMW S 1000 RR?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 2 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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