NHTSA (USA)Critical
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump may crack and leak fuel while riding. Some models also have an auxiliary fuel pump that may crack.
The 2014 BMW R Nine T has 5 recalls, the most serious being a structural defect where bolts securing the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame can loosen, compromising handling and stability in a way that raises the risk of a crash.
The swingarm pivot pin connects the rear suspension to the frame, and if it works loose, the rear wheel can shift in ways the rider cannot predict or correct. This issue accounts for two filings, but the underlying defect is the same: the pivot pin bolts may not hold and the bike becomes unsafe to ride.
On the fuel system side, the fuel pump can develop cracks and leak gasoline while the bike is running. If that fuel contacts a hot surface or any ignition source, a fire can result. This recall covers a range of BMW models from that era, and the R Nine T is among them.
The remaining recalls concern the rear turn signals. The lens design and placement can partially block the lights from the view of a driver following behind, making it harder for them to see when the rider is signaling a turn. This creates an elevated crash risk in certain traffic situations, particularly when visibility is already reduced.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump may crack and leak fuel while riding. Some models also have an auxiliary fuel pump that may crack.
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What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts connecting the right-side pivot pin to the frame may not be tight enough due to a manufacturing issue. A loose pivot pin could affect how the motorcycle handles and steers.
What the fix does
Dealers will remove and clean the pivot pin bolts, apply adhesive, and tighten them to the proper specification.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts connecting the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will remove the pivot pin bolts, clean them, apply thread locking adhesive, and reinstall them with correct torque.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Rear turn signals may not meet visibility requirements due to insufficient lens area. In certain driving conditions, following drivers may not see the signals clearly, increasing crash risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear turn signal lamps with units that have longer arms for improved visibility.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear turn signals may be partially blocked from view by a following driver due to their design, making the lights less visible.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear turn signals with longer-armed versions at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
