Does the 2021 BMW S1000R have any recalls?

Transport Canada lists 2 campaigns and the U.S. NHTSA lists 0 for the 2021 BMW S1000R. Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

How do I know if a recall applies to my 2021 BMW S1000R?

Recalls are matched by make, model and model year, but many cover only certain VIN ranges. Confirm with your manufacturer or dealer using your full VIN, or use the official Transport Canada or NHTSA lookup.

Are recall repairs free?

Yes. In both Canada and the United States the manufacturer must fix a recalled defect at no charge, through a franchised dealer.

RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR

2021 BMW S1000R recalls

2 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2021 BMW S1000R with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.

Canadian recalls: 02
U.S. recalls: 00
Total campaigns: 02

Transport Canada recalls

Engine#2024705November 19, 2024
950 units affected
Issue: This recall is for certain oil filters sold at BMW Motorrad dealerships as a replacement part for 2008 to 2024 models. This recall affects oil filter part number: 11427721779-04. On certain motorcycles, the oil filter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, under certain conditions, the filter could loosen and create an oil leak. Safety Risk: An oil leak near the rear tire could affect handling and control of the motorcycle. An oil leak could create a hazard for others. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, oil that leaks onto hot components could create a fire risk. Corrective Actions: BMW Motorrad will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the oil filter.
Other#2023042February 3, 2023
196 units affected
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode settings were reset to the factory settings after a software update. As a result, the front wheel lift-off assistant was switched off/deactivated. A rider who doesn't know that the settings have reset could experience an unexpected change in handling and control. Safety Risk: An unexpected change in handling and control could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BMW Motorrad will notify owners by mail and advise you to check and adjust the settings in the "Dynamic Pro" riding mode. They will also advise you to take your motorcycle to a dealership for an inspection and to update the service records.

Canadian data updated August 24, 2026

U.S. NHTSA recalls

No recalls found for this make, model, and year.

Does this recall apply to my vehicle?

Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

What to do

Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:

NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada

Check a 2021 BMW S1000R VIN

A VIN decode confirms your vehicle's exact model year, trim and assembly plant, then runs this same recall check against it.

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