Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 M 1000 XR, and M 1000 R motorcycles. The steering damper may have a loose valve pin within the housing, which can cause an unexpected increase in steering effort.
Consequence: An unexpected increase in steering effort can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering damper, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
0 investigations; 0 open.
Manufacturer communications
2 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system
System
Count
STEERING
1
STRUCTURE
1
11020071
Date: 2025-06-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
On several M 1000 XR, M 1000 R and S 1000 RR vehicles with Front telescopic fork covers (Part numbers31 42 1 754 557 and 31 42 1 757 701) lubricant residue is visible on the right fork cover. This is assembly grease, not a leaking fork cover. Several covers have been leakage tested and no leakwas fo
11018840
Date: 2025-05-13. Type: Other. Systems: STEERING.
Inspection and Return - Set of Gaskets
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