AI Damage2019 BMW R Nine T Pure reliability: common problems
The maker issued 18 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 18
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- After close inspection of the manufacturing process, there is a weld seam at the hollow shaft and crown…
After close inspection of the manufacturing process, there is a weld seam at the hollow shaft and crown wheel connection in the rear drive that is not to specification in a few rear drives. Depending on riding habit…
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few…
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important…
- BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the…
BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
- The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak
- According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle…
According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction"…
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the…
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. BMW of North America, et al. The Court has granted final approval of the…
- When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle…
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
- During quality analysis, an issue was identified with a small group of sixteen (16) motorcycles that…
During quality analysis, an issue was identified with a small group of sixteen (16) motorcycles that mayaffect crankshaft bearing wear.
- The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule)…
The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G…
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles
1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees F) increases the likelihood of cracks…
- TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING
The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.
- CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONTAXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATION
Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering wheel while stationary.
NHTSA lists 18 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW R Nine T Pure?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 18 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 BMW R Nine T Pure?
NHTSA lists 18 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 BMW R Nine T Pure from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-06.