BMW R 1300 RS VIN decoder
Enter a BMW R 1300 RS VIN to see its exact model year, trim, engine, factory and the safety recalls NHTSA lists for it. Free, with official NHTSA data.
BMW R 1300 RS at a glance
BMW R 1300 RS model years and recalls
NHTSA lists the BMW R 1300 RS for these model years. The year code is the 10th character of the VIN. Recall counts come from the NHTSA recalls database for the last 20 model years; one recall campaign often covers several years.
| Model year | VIN year code (10th character) | Recalls listed by NHTSA |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | T | 0 |
A recall count is for all BMW R 1300 RS vehicles of that year. Whether a recall applies to one vehicle, and whether it was already repaired, depends on its VIN: decode the VIN above, then confirm with a dealer.
Latest BMW R 1300 RS recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for the BMW R 1300 RS in the model years loaded so far. Recalls are sometimes filed under a related model name, so always check a specific VIN.
How to read a BMW R 1300 RS VIN
- Characters 1-3 are the manufacturer code. BMW uses these codes in NHTSA data: 3MF, 3MW, 4US, 5UM, 5UX, 5YM, WAP, WB1, WB3, WB4, WB5, WBA ….
- Characters 4-8 describe the R 1300 RS: body, engine, restraints and other equipment. Each maker sets its own layout, so a full decode is the safest way to read them.
- Character 10 is the model year. For example, a 2026 R 1300 RS has T in position 10.
- Character 9 is the check digit, 11 is the assembly plant and 12-17 are the serial number.
BMW R 1300 RS VIN questions
How many recalls does the BMW R 1300 RS have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the BMW R 1300 RS from 2026 to 2026 in the data loaded so far. Check a specific VIN to be sure.
Which model years of the BMW R 1300 RS are in NHTSA data?
NHTSA lists the BMW R 1300 RS for 1 model years (2026). The table on this page shows each year with its VIN year code.
How do I tell the year of a BMW R 1300 RS from the VIN?
Look at the 10th character. For example, a 2026 R 1300 RS has T there. Letters I, O, Q, U, Z and the digit 0 are never used, and the codes repeat every 30 years.
Where is the VIN on a BMW R 1300 RS?
At the bottom of the windshield on the driver side, on the driver door pillar label, and on the title, registration and insurance card.
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