CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S 1000R and 2020-2023 S 1000XR motorcycles. During a software update performed at a dealership, the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode feature "front wheel lift-off assistant" may have been inadvertently deactivated without alerting the rider.
- Risk
- Riding a motorcycle without knowing that the "front wheel lift-off assistant" has been deactivated can result in unexpected handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will instruct owners to check the configuration settings in the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode and adjust the settings as needed. Dealers will also inspect the motorcycles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2023. 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
A software update performed at a dealership may have turned off the "front wheel lift-off assistant" in the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode without alerting the rider. Riding without this feature active, and without knowing it is off, can lead to unexpected handling and loss of control, which raises the risk of a crash.
Owners should check the configuration settings in the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode and adjust them as needed, as instructed by BMW. Dealers will also inspect the motorcycle free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2023. For questions, contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
If you own one of the affected models, check your VIN for open recalls and confirm your rider aid settings before your next ride.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW S 1000 R | 20222023 |
|---|---|
| BMW S 1000 XR | 2020202120222023 |