NHTSA model-year recall report

2012 BMW S 1000 RR Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Urgent advisories

Dec 14, 2012

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is above the BMW S 1000 RR average of 1.5 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand / Center Stand, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 BMW S 1000 RR recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 12V585000

Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand / Center Stand

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Reported Dec 14, 2012

What is recalled

BMW is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012. Due to a manufacturing fault, the side-stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side-stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame of the motorcycle.

Safety consequence

A separation of the side-stand could cause the motorcycle to fall, causing a risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will clean the sidestand mounting plate threads and replace the side-stand mounting plate bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 12V177000

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine

Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Reported Apr 20, 2012

What is recalled

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S1000RR MOTORCYCLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 10, 2012. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING PROCESS ERROR, THE CONNECTING ROD BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE DURING HIGH ENGINE TEMPERATURES AND/OR HIGH ENGINE OPERATING SPEEDS WHICH COULD RESULT IN CATASTROPHIC ENGINE DAMAGE.

Safety consequence

IN THE EVENT OF ENGINE DAMAGE, ESCAPING OIL COULD CAUSE HANDLING ISSUES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONNECTING ROD BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 8, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2012 BMW S 1000 RR recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 BMW S 1000 RR have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2012 BMW S 1000 RR. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 BMW S 1000 RR?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology