NHTSA recall campaign
25V194000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLCReported2025-03-27Affected51 vehicles
What was wrong
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.
Risk
An unexpected increase in steering effort can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →