Vehicle recall 94V233001 · November 22, 1994
1994-1995 BMW R 1100 RS
The adjustable handlebars can crack.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The adjustable handlebars can crack.
- Consequence
- Cracked handlebars can eventually break affecting control of the motorcycle. This condition can result in loss of control and an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left and right handlebars and related attachment parts.
- Notes
- System: steering: yoke (motorcycle).vehicle description: motorcycles.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 94V233001
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 22, 1994
- Filed by
- BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
- Owner notification
- February 13, 1995
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,000
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- BMW R 1100 RS (1994-1995): 1995, 1994
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