WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 7, 2025 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) –
BMW Recall – Steering Damper May Fail
An unexpected increase in steering effort can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V194000
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
Components: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 51
| MAKE | MODEL | MODEL YEAR(S) |
| BMW | M 1000 R | 2024 – 2025 |
| BMW | M 1000 XR | 2024 – 2025 |
Summary: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering damper, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 19, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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