BMW R 1200 GS recalls and problems
6 recalls and 95 owner complaints for 11 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
6
Complaints
95
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
3
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BMW R 1200 GS by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 R 1200 GS | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 R 1200 GS | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 R 1200 GS | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 R 1200 GS | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 R 1200 GS | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 R 1200 GS | 3 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 R 1200 GS | 3 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 R 1200 GS | 3 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2006 R 1200 GS | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 R 1200 GS | 2 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 R 1200 GS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW R 1200 GS problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 29 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 22 | |
| Power Train | 18 | |
| Suspension | 7 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Wheels | 6 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
All BMW R 1200 GS recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-060 | Feb 8, 2021 | 2011–2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. |
| 15V-141 | Mar 11, 2015 | 2005–2010 | Wheels | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 R1200GS and R1200RT, 2006-2010 R1200GS Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200R, 2007 R1200S and K1200R Sport, 2005-2007 R1200ST, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006… |
| 14V-211 | Apr 18, 2014 | 2013 | Power Train | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 R 1200 GS motorcycles manufactured November 2012 through August 2013. |
| 13V-617 | Dec 12, 2013 | 2005–2011 | Fuel System, Gasoline | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010… |
| 10V-276 | Jun 18, 2010 | 2007–2009 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 r 1200 and k 1200 series motorcycles manufactured from august 2006 through may 2009. |
| 05V-082 | Mar 3, 2005 | 2004 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, the defect involves a water leak around the fuel pump that is integrated within the fuel tank. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW R 1200 GS?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2007 BMW R 1200 GS has the most reports (16). Check the 2007 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW R 1200 GS have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering BMW R 1200 GS model years 2004–2014.
What are the most common BMW R 1200 GS problems?
Owners report fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems most often.