AI Damage2020 BMW R Nine T Scrambler reliability: common problems
The maker issued 10 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 10
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 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.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Backover prevention. Rear camera and parking sensors after a rear 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 options in the Reversing Assist Camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted
- The Sirius(r) Satellite Radio is inoperative
- The body seam on the rear upper left of the body may not have been completely sealed, causing a water leak
- 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.
- BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective…
BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans…
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2020 BMW R Nine T Scrambler?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 10 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2020 BMW R Nine T Scrambler?
NHTSA lists 10 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 2020 BMW R Nine T Scrambler 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.