Bmw R1150 R
Model R1150 R made by Bmw got 20 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline and opulsion system (pws). Technical service bulletines regarding exterior lighting, fuel system, other. There was one recall concerning suspension .
Model 2004
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V235000 | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | from 10/01/2003 to 11/30/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 84 | 06/01/2004 | MFR | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE | 05/19/2004 | 05/26/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, the front spring strut upper stud bolt weld can fail. this could cause the bolt to break. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this happens, the rider may not be able to control the motorcycle, which could cause a crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the front spring strut. the recall began during june 2004. owners should contact bmw at 1-800-331-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| SB-00-021-07 | 11/01/2007 | 10030825 | Bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. bmw motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10% | 12/07/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | |||
| 05/21/2011 | 11000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 bmw r1150 r. while the vehicle was at a traffic light the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel lines quick disconnect. the contact stopped the vehicle in the emergency lane and installed a brass clamp in the fuel line to stop the leak. nhtsa recall campaign id number: 04v028000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 11,000. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 04/21/2011 | 8835 | ||
| After coming home from work 10 miles away, i parked my cycle in the garage and immediately my wife could smell gas on me and fumes in the garage. i checked the bike and could see yellow fuel stains on the right side of the engine. i could only find the leak when the key was on and the fuel pump forcing fuel through lines behind the shield. i removed the shield and found one quick disconnect separated. i attempted to connect it but soon realized it was broken. i called the dealer who stated they had a metal replacement to the original plastic one that always breaks. i asked him if there was a recall and he stated no. so i bought both fittings and clamps. $66. i have yet to put them on. then i found out that officially there in fact was some sort of recall for this. i will contact the bmw dealership on monday and voice a complaint that they should have offered to do the repair. only 8800 miles on this bike. | |||
| 05/06/2008 | 11500 | 1 | |
| I was starting and boarding my motorcycle as normally used. the day was bright and sunny and about 70 degrees f. fuel began to leak from the right side just above the right cylinder. upon further investigation i discovered the quick disconnect fuel line fitting had begun to leak gasoline. the fuel was collecting on the cylinder head and pouring onto the exhaust piping. i immediately shut down the engine and stepped back from the bike. luckily no fire ensued but the bike and i were covered in raw gas. i had a flat bed tow truck transport the bike to a local bmw dealer the following day. repairs were made and i was charged $102 for the replacement of the quick disconnect. the dealer informed me this is a common issue with this bike. this could have ended much worse in many ways. i was not notified of any such condition. i am the original purchaser of the vehicle. *tr | |||
| 08/23/2006 | 9000 | 1 | 07/01/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated after the vehicle was started fuel began leaking from the engine compartment. the vehicle was turned off and the dealership was called. the dealership determined the fuel cut off valve corroded and should be replaced. the part has been ordered, but the vehicle was not inspected by the dealership. updated 09/15/06. *jb | |||
| OPULSION SYSTEM (PWS) | |||
| 05/21/2011 | 11000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 bmw r1150 r. while the vehicle was at a traffic light the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel lines quick disconnect. the contact stopped the vehicle in the emergency lane and installed a brass clamp in the fuel line to stop the leak. nhtsa recall campaign id number: 04v028000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 11,000. rvk | |||
| 05/21/2011 | 11000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 bmw r1150 r. while stopped at a stop light the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel line quick disconnect. the contact stopped the vehicle on the shoulder of the road and installed a brass clamp in the fuel line to stop the leak. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v028000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 11,000. da | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 04/11/2011 | 33000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 bmw r1150 gs adventure. the contact stated that the vehicle was in first gear and when the speed increase to 40 mph there was a grinding noise when he shifted into second gear to accelerate. the contact tried to shift and back up, but the grinding noise continued. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated the spline input shaft had severe wear and had to be replaced. the clutch plate was stripped as well. the failure and current mileages was 33,000. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 07/01/2011 | 8700 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 bmw r1150(n/a). the contact took the motorcycle in for service, the dealer informed him that the abs unit was inoperable and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer had not been notified and the vehicle had not been repaired. the current and failure mileages were 8,700. the vin was unavailable. vf. | |||
| 07/01/2011 | 8700 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 bmw r1150. the contact took the motorcycle in for service, when the dealer informed him that the abs unit was inoperable and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer had not been notified nor was the vehicle repaired. the current and failure mileages were 8,700. the vin was unavailable. bw | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL | PLANTATION | 441 CYCLE SHOP | ||
| IN | INDIANAPOLIS | 46241 | BMW OF INDY | 3178032432 |