2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW R Nine T.
2
recalls
2
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2015 BMW R Nine T recalls
Structure: frame and members
NHTSA campaign 17V502000 · reported August 14, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC · 3,368 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 R NINE T motorcycles. The bolts that connect the right-side swingarm pivot pin to the frame may loosen.
The risk
If the right-side pivot pin loosens, the handling and stability of the motorcycle may be affected, increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will remove the pivot pin bolts, clean, and re-install them with the proper torque after applying a thread locking adhesive, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at [email protected].
Exterior lighting: turn signal
NHTSA campaign 15V110000 · reported February 24, 2015 · BMW of North America, LLC · 1,792 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 R nine T motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, through January 26, 2015. The design of the rear turn signals may partially obscure the lights from being seen by the driver of a following vehicle. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
In certain road and traffic conditions, the rear turn signals may be slightly obscured to the driver of a following vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear turn signals with ones that have longer arms, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Exterior lighting1
Power train1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Apr 20, 2017 · Exterior lighting · 6,000 miles
THE TAIL LIGHT ON MY MOTORCYCLE IS FAILING ON A RECURRING BASIS. AT MY 6000 MILE SERVICE I POINTED OUT THAT IT APPEARED TO HAVE DUST GETTING INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE LIGHT. UPON EXAMINATION BY THE TECHNICIAN THEY DETERMINED THE REFLECTOR HAD DETACHED FROM THE HOUSING AND WAS CHAFING AGAINST THE OTHER PARTS, CREATING A…
Jul 27, 2016 · Power train · 1,500 miles
IN THE MORNINGS THE CLUTCH FAILS TO ENGAGE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SHIFT FROM NEUTRAL INTO 1ST GEAR. THE CLUTCH HAS TO BE "PUMPED" SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR AGAIN. AFTER LONG PERIODS OF DRIVING THE SHIFTING OF GEARS IS MORE DIFFICULT SPECIALLY FROM FIFTH TO SIXTH GEAR, SOMETIMES THE SIXTH…
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 BMW R Nine T, the most recent reported on August 14, 2017 (Structure: frame and members). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW R Nine T?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (1 complaints), followed by power train (1).
How many 2015 BMW R Nine T complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 20, 2017.