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2025 BMW S 1000 R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2025 BMW S 1000 R — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other S 1000 R years?

S 1000 R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted4 complaints2014: 4 complaints2015: 4 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints
S 1000 R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2025 BMW S 1000 R have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V480000OtherJuly 25, 2025 · 33 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 F 900 GS, F 800 GS, R 1300 GS Adventure, R 1300 GS, S 1000 RR, S 1000 R, and K 1600 GT vehicles equipped with the optional emergency call system. The emergency call system (eCall) may have been deactivated due to a software programming error.

Consequence

In an emergency, first responders may not receive notification of the crash or emergency location, increasing the risk of injury to riders.

Remedy

The electronic control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2025 BMW S 1000 R — common questions

Is the 2025 BMW S 1000 R reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2025 BMW S 1000 R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2025 BMW S 1000 R. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.