- Component
- POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 S1000RR, M1000RR, and 2022-2023 S1000XR and S1000R motorcycles. The clutch cover bolts were not lubricated properly, which may cause the clutch cover to become loose and leak oil.
- Risk
- An oil leak occurring at the clutch cover increases the risk of a crash or fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace all 10 clutch cover bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The clutch cover bolts on these motorcycles were not lubricated properly during assembly. Over time, the cover can become loose and leak oil from the clutch area.
An oil leak at the clutch cover increases the risk of a crash or fire. Oil on the tire or rear wheel can reduce traction, and oil that reaches hot engine parts can ignite.
BMW dealers will replace all 10 clutch cover bolts free of charge. Owners who received the notification letter mailed December 6, 2022 can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. You can also check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website and stop riding until the repair is complete if you notice oil leaking near the clutch.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW M 1000 RR | 2022 |
|---|---|
| BMW S 1000 R | 20222023 |
| BMW S 1000 RR | 2022 |
| BMW S 1000 XR | 20222023 |