BMW R 100 years to avoid
Across 1977–1994, no single R 100 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1990 drew the most complaints; 1992 the fewest.
6
Total complaints
3
Recall campaigns
1977–1994
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every R 100 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1992 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1990 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1982 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1981 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1980 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1979 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1978 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 2 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the BMW R 100?
By complaint volume, 1992 has the cleanest NHTSA record among R 100 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW R 100 have?
Across all model years, the R 100 has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 6 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.