NHTSA (USA)Critical
2024–2025 BMW M 1000 RNHTSA Campaign #25V194000
The official notice
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 M 1000 XR, and M 1000 R motorcycles. The steering damper may have a loose valve pin within the housing, which can cause an unexpected increase in steering effort.
Safety Risk
An unexpected increase in steering effort can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering damper, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
51 vehicles affectedUpdated June 10, 2026