2
recalls
The BMW R Series has 2 recalls covering 45,212 vehicles as reported; model year 2004 is covered by the most (1).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
2
Most for 2004: 1
Units affected
45K
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
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To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the BMW R Series by component
- Exterior lighting1 · 6,212 units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 39K units
BMW R Series recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2004 | BMW K Series, R Series (2000-2004): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 04V028000 | Fire | 39,000 |
| Dec 13, 1988 | BMW R Series (1985-1989): Exterior lightingNo. 88V192000 | Crash risk | 6,212 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 2004 BMW R Series recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2004 BMW R Series. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the BMW R Series have?
2 recalls cover the BMW R Series, for 45,212 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is exterior lighting (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the BMW R Series?
Wheels: named in 8 of the 26 safety complaints about the BMW R Series, then power train (6). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.