1996 BMW R1100 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1996 BMW R1100 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your R1100?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1996 BMW R1100 recalls

Electrical System:Wiring

Recall 97V237Dec 31, 19972,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 BMW R1100 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train2
Wheels1

What owners report

2001-10-02, Power Train
THE TRANSMISSION JUMPS OUT OF 3RD GEAR UNDER ACCELERATION AND THE CLUTCH SLIPS UNDER LOAD DUE TO FAULTY INPUT SHAFT SEAL, BOTH COMPONENTS STILL FUNCTION BUT PRESENT A DANGER WHILE DRIVING.NLM
2000-07-27, Wheels
FRONT ALUMINI WHEEL WHICH WHILE DRIVING OVER POT HOLES/ROAD HAZARDS, ETC., WHEEL RIM BEND WHICH MAY HAVE CAUSED A LOSS OF CONTROL. DEALER SAID TO PUT MORE AIR IN THE TIRE THAN SPECIFIED, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

1996 BMW R1100 questions

Does the 1996 BMW R1100 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 BMW R1100: Electrical System:Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW R1100?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Wheels (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 BMW R1100 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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