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2026 BMW S 1000 RR Official Safety Recalls

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

2 Recalls Recorded
NHTSA: 26V478000
Report Date: July 23, 2026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Defect Description:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 S 1000 RR US, and 2020-2026 S 1000 RR motorcycles. The vibration of the motorcycle may cause an internal component of the ignition lock to fail, which can cause the instrument display, rear lighting, and other systems such as ABS to fail, or cause an engine stall while riding.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An engine stall or failure of electrical systems such as the instrument display or ABS, increases the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

The remedy is currently under development. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 14, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.

~16,736 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 26V115000
Report Date: February 26, 2026

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH

Defect Description:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2026 S 1000 RR motorcycle. The turn signal reset button can be unintentionally activated at the same time as the turn signal, resulting in an inoperative turn signal. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Turn signals that fail to activate as intended increase the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

A dealer will replace the combination switch, free of charge. The motorcycle has not yet been sold and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 20, 2026.

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