2006 BMW K1200 R
4 recalls, 15 complaints - 29 TSBs
20V471000 Aug 10, 2020
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-6... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
10V488000 Oct 8, 2010
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 MOTORCYCLES. THE BEARINGS COULD BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION. THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED MOVEMENT OF THE LINK LEVER.
Consequence
THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
07V066000 Feb 23, 2007
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, FREQUENT SHORT TRIPS PARTICULARLY DURING COLD TEMPERATURES, CAN CAUSE WATER TO ACCUMULATE IN THE OIL TANK, AND WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, ESCAPING WATER VAPOR CAN CONDENSE ON THE OIL TANK AIR BLEED VALVE. IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES, THIS WATER COULD FREEZE AND BLOCK THE AIR B... Read more
Consequence
IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A PRESSURE BUILD UP IN THE OIL TANK COULD CAUSE IT TO RUPTURE, ALLOWING OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE REAR TIRE. AN OIL LEAK COULD CAUSE A FIRE. OIL ON THE REAR TIRE COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW OIL TANK CAP CONTAINING A VALVE TO PREVENT OVERPRESSURE IN THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
06V164000 May 15, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, UNDER RAPID, REPEATED, AND UNUSUALLY HARSH BRAKING, LOSS OF ABS CAPABILITY COULD TEMPORARILY OCCUR.
Consequence
TEMPORARY LOSS OF ABS BRAKING COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD A PHYSICAL RESTRICTION, IN THE FORM OF A BANJO BOLT WITH A FLOW RESTRICTOR TO THE BRAKE LINE, AND ON CERTAIN MODELS DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FRONT BRAKE DISCS OF A SLIGHTLY LARGER THICKNESS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006, AND WILL BE A PHASED MAILING THROUGH OCTOB... Read more
Complaint Statistics
15 total complaints
2 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 6 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 13, 2014
Incident date: Mar 10, 2014
FUEL STRIP INSIDE FUEL TANK THAT SENDS FUEL LEVEL INDICATIONS FAILED. THIS IS THE 4TH STRIP IN 3 YEARS. THIS PROBLEM IS PRESENT IN SEVERAL BMW MOTORCYCLES BUILT FROM 2005 TO PRESENT. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 16, 2013
Incident date: Dec 14, 2013
WHEN I WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION I NOTICED A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM MY MOTORCYCLE. I LOOKED FOR LIQUID FUEL LEAKING TO THE GROUND BUT FOUND NONE. I WAS VERY NEAR HOME, SO I RETURNED AND REMOVED THE BODY PANELS TO EXAMINE THE FUEL SYSTEM. I FOUND FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK/PUMP ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 12, 2013
Incident date: Jun 28, 2013
THERE ARE SEVERAL CRACKS ON THE FLANGE WHERE FUEL LINE HAS A CONNECTION. THESE CRACKS ARE CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK ONTO THE MOTOR AND ALTERNATOR CREATING A FIRE HAZARD. FUEL ALSO POOLS IN AREAS WITH SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS WHERE FUEL WASN'T MEANT TO BE STORED. I HAVE NO DOUBT THAT THIS WOULD EVENTUALLY ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 12, 2013
Incident date: Jun 28, 2013
THERE ARE SEVERAL CRACKS ON THE FLANGE WHERE FUEL LINE HAS A CONNECTION. THESE CRACKS ARE CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK ONTO THE MOTOR AND ALTERNATOR CREATING A FIRE HAZARD. FUEL ALSO POOLS IN AREAS WITH SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS WHERE FUEL WASN'T MEANT TO BE STORED. I HAVE NO DOUBT THAT THIS WOULD EVENTUALLY ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 20, 2013
Incident date: Jun 1, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW K1200R. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED OUT OF SECOND GEAR AND LUNGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTUR... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 19, 2013
Incident date: May 17, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW K1200 R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED OUT OF GEAR AND VIBRATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED THE TRANSMISSION HAD FAILED. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE WAS REPORTED TO THE MANUFACTURER. TH... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 5, 2012
Incident date: Nov 30, 2012
AFTER FINISHING A RIDE, HAD STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE COMING FROM UNDER INSTRUMENT UNIT. DEALER TODAY FOUND CRACKED FUEL PUMP UNIT CAUSING BIKE TO LEAK GAS RIGHT ABOVE ENGINE. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 22, 2012
Incident date: Sep 21, 2012
I NOTICED PETROLEUM SMELL WHEN AT A STOP LIGHT WHEN RIDING THE BIKE HOME FROM WORK. WHEN I PARKED THE BIKE ON THE SIDE STAND IN THE GARAGE FUEL BEGAN TO LEAK DOWN THE LEFT SIDE OF THE MOTORCYCLE. I IMMEDIATELY CALLED MY BMW MECHANIC WHO INFORMED ME TO RIDE THE BIKE OVER TO THE SHOP FOR INSPECTION.... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 14, 2012
Incident date: Sep 24, 2012
I RODE BIKE TO WORK AND PARKED IT ON SIDE STAND. AFTER WORK I NOTED A WET SPOT UNDER BIKE BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE IF IT WAS OIL OR GAS. ON THE RIDE HOME I NOTED A PETROLEUM SMELL WHEN AT STOP LIGHTS. I PARKED THE BIKE IN THE GARAGE ON ITS SIDE STAND AND GASOLINE STARTED LEAKING FROM THE LEFT SIDE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Jun 6, 2012
Incident date: Jan 6, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW K1200 R MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE BRAKES THEN RELEASED MOMENTARILY WHILE THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD BEFORE THE MANUAL BRAKES FINALLY ENGAGED. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AT VARIOU... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 22, 2012
Incident date: Dec 19, 2011
ABS BRAKE MODULATOR UNIT FAILED ON PANIC STOP. STOPPING DISTANCE WAS SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED AND NO POWER BRAKING ASSIST WAS AVAILABLE. COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS NARROWLY AVOIDED. ABS MODULATOR HAD TO BE REPLACED. COST OF PART IN EXCESS OF $2000 AND 6 HOURS OF LABOR. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dec 13, 2011
Incident date: Dec 12, 2011
WHILE RIDING THE VEHICLE, A STRONG FUEL SMELL WAS DETECTED. WHILE STOPPING TO INVESTIGATE, THE REAR TIRE LOCKED UP, BUT A CRASH WAS AVOIDED. I FOUND A LARGE VOLUME OF FUEL SPRAYING FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE MOTORCYCLE. THE FUEL CAME IN CONTACT WITH THE ALTERNATOR, THE HOT EXHAUST, AND THE REAR TIRE. BY... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 17, 2011
Incident date: Jul 20, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW K1200R. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SHIFTS OUT OF SECOND GEAR. THE CONTACT STATED THIS FAILURE OCCURS IN SECOND GEAR, BUT THEN THE FAILURE WILL PROGRESS TO INCLUDE THIRD AND FORTH GEAR. THE DEALER STATED THE RODS IN THE TRANSMISSION WERE BENT AND THA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mar 23, 2009
Incident date: Mar 21, 2009
WHILE DEMONSTRATING THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM ON MOTORCYCLES FOR A NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLE SAFETY INSTRUCTORS (IN A PARKING LOT,) I HAD RIDDEN WITHIN 5 MINUTES A HANDFUL OF SUCCESSFUL ABS DEMO RUNS. I WAS STARTING AT ONE SIDE OF THE LOT, GETTING UP TO 30-40 MPH, AND APPLYING THE BRAKES WITH ENOUGH FORCE ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Feb 11, 2009
Incident date: Jul 18, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW K1200 R MOTORCYCLE. THE BRAKES FAILED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE WITH THE ABS BECAUSE THEY NO LONGER PRODUCE THOSE PARTICULAR BRAKES. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT HAS SEEN... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 BMW K1200 R
29 manufacturer communications from 19 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 1 |
| 022100 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS | 1 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| 045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC | 1 |
B611305
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 information for the dealer on ho
MC160214
Nov 13, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender ??A?A?Fuel Strip??A?A? equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.
MC460307
Nov 30, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The fairing brackets installed on the early K 1200 R Sport (K43HV) motorcycles were not sufficiently resistant to corrosion.
MC460307
Nov 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The fairing brackets installed on the early K 1200 R Sport (K43HV) motorcycles were not sufficiently resistant to corrosion.
MC460307
Nov 30, 2021
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
The fairing brackets installed on the early K 1200 R Sport (K43HV) motorcycles were not sufficiently resistant to corrosion.
MC55297495
Jul 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before 2009)Headlights and rear lights light up intermittently despite the ignition being switched off and the battery charger bein
MC650109
Jun 15, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
IT is no longer necessary to place a PMP coded part order to obtain a Repair Enabling code
B611305
Oct 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: 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 doc
B611305
Oct 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: 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 doc
B611305
Oct 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: 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 doc
MC64010520
Jan 29, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster. Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.
MC62813747
Aug 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil leak at theseal between the cylinder head cover and cylinder head on the right in the direction of travel. Due to retrofit of chain gauide which prevents skipping of the timing chain.
MC62133778
Dec 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Map data should be stored on a 64 GB SD card. In GARMIN Express the note appears that a maximum of 32 GB is possible.
MC62133778
Dec 1, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Map data should be stored on a 64 GB SD card. In GARMIN Express the note appears that a maximum of 32 GB is possible.
MC61461571
Jun 1, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
MC56005564
Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working
MC56005564
Oct 1, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working
MC56005564
Oct 1, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working
SIB-16-002-14
Jun 1, 2014
092000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY
BMW MC: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE WARRANTY EXTENSION, WITH OUT MILEAGE LIMITATIONS, TO 12 YEARS DUE TO A POTENTIAL DURABILITY ISSUE WITH FILM TYPE FUEL LEVEL SENDER FUEL STRIP. MODEL
SIB-16-002-14
Jun 1, 2014
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
BMW MC: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE WARRANTY EXTENSION, WITH OUT MILEAGE LIMITATIONS, TO 12 YEARS DUE TO A POTENTIAL DURABILITY ISSUE WITH FILM TYPE FUEL LEVEL SENDER FUEL STRIP. MODEL
SIB-63-02-01
Aug 1, 2010
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
BMW: PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING AND REPLACING INCANDESCENT AND HALOGEN LIGHT BULBS UNDER WARRANTY. *RM
SIB-16-02-09
Dec 1, 2009
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
BMW VEHICLES: FUEL LEVEL SENSOR REPAIRS. WHERE IT IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE RIGHT OR THE LEFT SIDE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR DUE TO A FAILURE, THE ENTIRE PUMP AND HOUSING OR DELIVERY UNIT (SUCTION JET ASSEMBLY) DO NOT NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WEL
SB-22768813-01
Mar 16, 2009
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW MOTORCYCLE: TEMPORARY OR SPORADIC FLAT SPOT WHEN ACCELERATING FROM CRUISE AT ABOUT 75MPH. SOMETIMES THERE IS A LITTLE HESITATION NOTICED. PROBLEM OCCURS ESPECIALLY AT HIGH TEMPERATURES AND LOWER FUEL QUALITY. PROBLEM WAS NOTICED AFTER U
SB-22768813-01
Mar 16, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW MOTORCYCLE: TEMPORARY OR SPORADIC FLAT SPOT WHEN ACCELERATING FROM CRUISE AT ABOUT 75MPH. SOMETIMES THERE IS A LITTLE HESITATION NOTICED. PROBLEM OCCURS ESPECIALLY AT HIGH TEMPERATURES AND LOWER FUEL QUALITY. PROBLEM WAS NOTICED AFTER U
SB-17927831-02
Feb 25, 2009
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
BMW MOTORCYCLE: WHEEL SPEED DEPENDENT, CLEARLY AUDIBLE CLANKING NOISE OCCURS WHEN BRAKING TO ADJUST SPEED. E SERIES (K25; K25/02; K25/03; K25/11; K25/12; K25/HP; K26; K27; K28; K29; K29/HP; K40; K41; K43; K43/HV; K44; K589/03; K71). NO MOD
SIB-61-001-08
Mar 1, 2008
022100 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS
BMW MOTORCYCLES: ESA REAR SPRING STRUT CANNOT BE CALIBRATED WITH THE GT1, CIP ERROR 14007. ALL MODELS WITH ESA, EXCEPT R1200R (K27), R1200GS (K25/11) AND R1200GS ADV. (K25/12). MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
33-001-08
Mar 1, 2008
020000 SUSPENSION
BMW MOTORCYCLE: CONVERSION OF REAR ESA SPRING STRUT FROM POTENTIOMETER TO HALL SENSOR. *PE
13-003-07
Dec 1, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW MOTORCYCLE: IDLE SPEED TOO HIGH. THE CAUSE IS INCORRECT IDLE AIR METERING BY THE IDLE ACTUATOR. *PE
SB-00-021-07
Nov 1, 2007
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
BMW MOTORCYCLE: ENGINE FUELS CONTAINING ETHANOL. BMW MOTORRAD HAS NO OBJECTION TO THE USE OF SI ENGINE FUELS CONTAINING UP TO A MAXIMUM OF 10% ETHANOL AND IMPOSES NO WARRANTY RESTRICTIONS. ETHANOL MIXTURES IN PROPORTIONS HIGHER THAN 10%
BMW K1200 R - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW K1200 R across all model years (2004, 2008).
16
Total Recalls
21
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths