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BMW R 1150 R recalls and complaints by year

2 recall campaigns and 17 complaints in official NHTSA data for the BMW R 1150 R (2003–2004). The most commonly reported problem areas are Fuel system, gasoline, Power train, Engine and engine cooling.

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At a Glance

Total Recalls 2
Total Complaints 17
Years Covered 2003–2004

Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.

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Key Takeaways

A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the BMW R 1150 R, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.

Recall Themes

Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.

Powertrain

1 campaign · Years: 2003

These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.

Official notices (evidence):

Steering and suspension

1 campaign · Years: 2004

These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.

Official notices (evidence):

Common Problems in NHTSA Data

Across all model years, the most commonly reported problem areas for the BMW R 1150 R in NHTSA complaint data are Fuel system, gasoline, Power train, Engine and engine cooling.

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Year-by-Year Overview

Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.

Model Year Recalls Complaints Details
2004 1 9 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline, Fuel/propulsion system, Power train.
2003 1 8 Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Fuel system, other, Power train.

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Recall Evidence by Year

A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.

Most common areas involved: Suspension and Power train

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2004

  • Suspension: Safety recall involving the suspension area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
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    Summary: On certain motorcycles, the front spring strut upper stud bolt weld can fail. This could cause the bolt to break.

2003

  • Power train: Manual transmission: Safety recall involving the power train area. See the official notice for the exact defect, risk, and remedy details.
    View official NHTSA notice (02V319000) →
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    Summary: On certain motorcycles, it is possible that the 3rd and 4th transmission gear (shift) wheels may not be securely seated on the intermediate shaft. Consequently, when attempting to shift from 5th to 6th gear, engagement of the two gears may occur simultaneously.

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