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Buying a used 2022 BMW S 1000 RR? Check these 2 recalls first
The standout here is a critical-severity recall for clutch cover bolts that can loosen and let oil leak; alongside it is the same ignition lock failure that can stall the engine. Neither carries a stop-driving or park-outside instruction. Only four owner complaints are on file with NHTSA — unverified reports — but one lists an injury, with no crashes or fires. Complaint areas are engine (3), electrical, fuel/propulsion, and unspecified, overlapping the clutch cover issue.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Get service records showing the clutch cover bolt recall was done, and look for oil residue around the cover and on the rear tire.
- Verify the ignition lock recall repair and check for any stalling history during the test ride.
- Ask whether the bike has had electrical or fuel-system work, since those show up in the small complaint pool.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any BMW dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2022 BMW S 1000 RR
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| BMW S 1000 RR clutch cover bolts can loosen, leak oil | Power Train | critical |
| BMW S 1000 RR ignition lock failure can stall engine | Electrical System | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
4 complaints filed for this model year, including 0 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 1 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | None found |
| Electrical System | 1 | Yes |
| Fuel System | 1 | None found |