1997 BMW R1100 problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 1997 BMW R1100.
Recalls
Electrical System #97V237000 · 1997 · 2,000 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. a sheet metal plate mounted to the front of the frame below the instrument cluster can cause the wiring harness to be stretched too tight as the handlebars are turned fully to one side. in addition, the wiring harness is attached to another harness with a cable tie that is placed too far forward limiting the handlebar movement.
Risk: The harness wires can be damaged or could break or pull out of the ignition switch. if the harness wires were damaged but not broken or disconnected, the electrical system could be affected while the motorcycle is being driven. hesitation, misfiring, or "cutting out" could occur increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will relocate the wire tie connecting the two wiring harnesses to a point further back from the original location so that the ignition switch wiring harness has sufficient freedom of movement. also if the wiring harness is found to be damaged, the ignition switch (with harness) will be replaced.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 1997 BMW R1100 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 BMW R1100. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 1997 BMW R1100 problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.