2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls and problems

The 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls

Recall 21V-060: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Feb 8, 2021 · 20,963 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: 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. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.

Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall 17V-481: Equipment

Reported Jul 28, 2017 · 47,775 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall 17V-438: Suspension

Reported Jul 10, 2017 · 14,626 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.

Risk: If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension2

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Recent 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Suspension · reported Nov 13, 2017
The contact owns a 2014 bmw r1200 gs adventure. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v438000(Suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The VIN was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Suspension · reported Oct 15, 2017
Recall campaign no. 17v-438: front fork received a safety recall in august 2017 contacted my bmw dealership and they said that they where not expecting the part from bmw any time soon to do the repair? Mid octobre know and still no results! How important must this be for bmw to take action? Thanks for looking into this.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure: 21V-060 (fuel system, gasoline), 17V-481 (equipment), 17V-438 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?

Owners report suspension problems most often (2 reports).

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.