Recall of 2026 BMW S 1000 RR Motorcycle Due to Turn Signal Issue
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BMW of North America, LLC is recalling one 2026 S 1000 RR motorcycle because the turn signal reset button can be unintentionally activated, leading to an inoperative turn signal and increased crash risk.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling one 2026 S 1000 RR motorcycle. The turn signal reset button can be unintentionally activated at the same time as the turn signal, resulting in an inoperative turn signal. This fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is one 2026 BMW S 1000 RR motorcycle. The total number of units affected is 1. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V115000.
What You Should Do
A dealer will replace the combination switch free of charge. The motorcycle has not yet been sold, so no owner notification letters will be mailed. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 20, 2026.
Why This Matters
Turn signals that fail to activate as intended increase the risk of a crash, posing a safety hazard to riders and other road users.
Source
This recall information is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For more details, visit the NHTSA website at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V115000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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