2009 BMW R 1200 GS
3 recalls — 17 complaints — 39 TSBs
15V141000 Mar 11, 2015
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect Description
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 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2 Sport, 2005-2008 K1200S, 2006-2008 K1200R, K1200GT, 20... Read more
Consequence
If the rear wheel mounting flange cracks, the mounting bolts may loosen and the rear wheel may not remain secured to the motorcycle, causing a loss of stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
13V617000 Dec 12, 2013
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
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 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the aux... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
10V276000 Jun 18, 2010
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2009 R 1200 AND K 1200 SERIES MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 2006 THROUGH MAY 2009. DUE TO THE CURRENT ROUTING OF THE FRONT BRAKE LINES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT DURING RIDING, AND THEREFORE ASSOCIATED VIBRATION. THE BRAKE LINES COULD BE UNDER STRAI... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS GOES UNNOTICED, AND THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR RUNS EMPTY, THE FRONT BRAKES COULD FAIL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW BRAKE LINES, CONTAINING A "SLEEVE" ALONG A PORTION OF THE LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
Complaint Statistics
17 total complaints
2 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 29, 2024
Incident date: Sep 7, 2024
Vehicle’s wireless and cable CarPlay functions skip/lag, and then cause the infotainment system to shut down and restart several times during each drive. Vehicle was taken to dealership (where dealer was unable to replicate). Service department performed a hard reset of the head unit, problem was ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 2, 2024
Incident date: Sep 2, 2024
My front collision system will sporadically start flashing when there is nothing in front of me. One time a dealer was able to read a code saying that it overheated, and told me that was a known issue with no solution. It was 100F, but I have had the same issue at 35F. The dealership and corporat... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 22, 2023
Incident date: Jun 6, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle was shaking abnormally while idling. The contact had taken the vehicle to several independent m... Read more
STEERING
Jul 26, 2023
Incident date: Jun 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the "power steering assist fault" message was displayed. The contact stated that the steering wheel was firm however, the contact was able to steer the vehicle off the highway and stopped in a parking lot. ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 26, 2023
Incident date: Jun 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the air bag warning light intermittently illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to the dealer for an undisclosed unrelated failure, an... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 26, 2023
Incident date: Jun 7, 2023
The Fuel line connector at fuel pump started leaking and spraying fuel onto the hot engine and exhaust pipes causing the Motorcycle to catch on fire! the 2nd fuel pump the recall was not done yet. The best I can tell the owner did not get the 2nd recall or didn't forward it to the next owner. The p... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Jul 18, 2023
Incident date: Jun 7, 2023
Hello I would like to open a case on a fire recall :VIN wb10313089zu47089 2009 BMW 1200gs Motorcycle , The motorcycle did start on fire casing much burn damage at the fuel line , needed the update fuel line and pump update. Rider was able to escape the flames and get a fire extinguisher and put o... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2023
Incident date: Jun 7, 2023
Unknown cause of issue. Vehicle states a notice to “Shift to Park” after it has already been shifted in to park and prompted to turned off. The electricity in the vehicle will not shut off until the notice disappears which doesn’t happen unless the button on the shifter is pressed multiple ti... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2023
Incident date: Jun 7, 2023
723 miles and fuel pump stoped working
SUSPENSION
May 29, 2014
Incident date: Aug 29, 2013
THERE HAD BEEN MANY MOTORCYCLE COMPLAINT ON SUSPENSION LEAKING PROBLEMS, WITH VERY LOW MILES ON. AND BMW IS NOT RESPONDING FOR THIS FAILURE. *TR
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Jul 17, 2013
Incident date: May 24, 2013
2009 BMW R1200GS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FINAL DRIVE FAILURE IN MOTORCYCLE. *SMD THE CONSUMER SUBMITTED A PHOTO OF THE REAR WHEEL, TO SHOW THE EXTENT OF HOW THE GEAR OIL LEAKED. THE CONSUMER REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN # DP12001.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 17, 2012
Incident date: May 1, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BMW R 1200 GS MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD ONE WARNING LIGHT AND THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT IF ANY OTHER SYSTEM ON THE MOTORCYCLE FAILED, HE WOULD NOT BE AWARE OF THE PARTICULAR FAILURE. THE VEHICLE W... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 22, 2012
Incident date: Apr 16, 2010
I PURCHASED THE MOTORCYCLE NEW WITH JUST OVER 300 MILES ON IT. AFTER I BEGAN RIDING IT I DISCOVERED THAT IT WOULD STALL INTERMITTENTLY. THIS STALLING WOULD OCCUR WHEN DECELERATING FROM HIGH RPMS (ABOVE 2000), WHEN THE THROTTLE WAS CLOSED AND THE CLUTCH WAS PULLED IN. THE MOTORCYCLE NOW HAS OVER 13,0... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 15, 2011
Incident date: Jan 15, 2011
2009 BMW R1200GS FUEL STRIP FAILURE. *TR
EQUIPMENT
Apr 20, 2011
Incident date: Nov 24, 2010
FUEL GAUGE ON MY 2009 BMW R1200GS MOTORCYCLE WAS SHOWING I HAD APPROXIMATELY 1/3 OF A TANK OF FUEL WHEN I RAN OUT OF GAS. I WAS TRAVELING ON A FREEWAY DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I WAS ONLY GOING ABOUT 15MPH WHEN THIS HAPPENED BUT WAS FORCED TO GET OFF THE BIKE AND PUSH IT TO THE FAST LANE SHOULDER.... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Apr 20, 2011
Incident date: Mar 1, 2009
RIDING MOTORCYCLE WITH FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYING 3/4 FULL TANK AND THEN SUDDENLY THE BIKE RAN OUT OF FUEL WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. TOOK MOTORCYCLE INTO DEALER AND THE FUEL STRIP SENSOR WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY, DEALER KEPT OLD PART. THE FUEL SENSOR HAS SUBSEQUENTLY FAIL TWO MORE TIMES CAUSI... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 20, 2011
Incident date: Nov 24, 2010
FUEL GAUGE ON MY 2009 BMW R1200GS MOTORCYCLE WAS SHOWING I HAD APPROXIMATELY 1/3 OF A TANK OF FUEL WHEN I RAN OUT OF GAS. I WAS TRAVELING ON A FREEWAY DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I WAS ONLY GOING ABOUT 15MPH WHEN THIS HAPPENED BUT WAS FORCED TO GET OFF THE BIKE AND PUSH IT TO THE FAST LANE SHOULDER.... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2009 BMW R 1200 GS
39 manufacturer communications from 27 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
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
MC330423
Dec 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models. For the first time, maintenance positions for the cardan shaft (Driveshaft) are included. NOTICE: 1. The new maintenance schedule is not limited to vehicles affe
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.
SIB330222
Apr 24, 2023
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
SIB330222
Apr 24, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
MC000222
Nov 8, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
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.
SIB330222
Jul 28, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
MC460521
Nov 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.
MC460521
Nov 3, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.
MC460521
Nov 3, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.
MC000521
Sep 20, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ISTA. 2. Control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communic
MC610315
Sep 3, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the holder by the threaded fasteners.
MC610821
Jul 13, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
MC660118
Jun 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button. The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down
MC620117
May 24, 2021
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Service distance cannot be set in miles in ISTA for TFT-type instrument clusters
MC340121
May 19, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
During operation of the rear wheel foot brake lever, the rider feels a soft pressure point or perceptibly longer lever travel
MC130113
May 10, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that vehicles fitted with option code 0190 "Enduro ASC + BMW Motorrad has ascertained that vehicles fitted with option code 0190 "Enduro ASC + Riding Modes" can experience functional problems in the Enduro PRO
MC64465398
May 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The hill start control operation may be sporadic.
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
MC63932068
Feb 1, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
During a software update of the instrument cluster as of I level 17-11-502 (ISTA version 4.09.3x) a programming abort occurs.
MC63932068
Feb 1, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
During a software update of the instrument cluster as of I level 17-11-502 (ISTA version 4.09.3x) a programming abort occurs.
MC63932068
Dec 11, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The software for the TFT instrument cluster with I level 17-11-501 does not correspond to internal quality guidelines.
MC63876474
Dec 4, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Various malfunctions in Navigator VI GPS due to older software which requires update.
MC63849336
Nov 18, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Faulty data means that the programming of the BMS-X at I level K001-17-11-500 is prevented for these vehicles.The faulty I level is expected to be rolled out to the trade with ISTA 4.08 and ISTA/P 3.63.1 from 08.11.2017.
MC3300317
Jan 12, 2017
045100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
In November of 2017 BMW Motorrad updated the rear drive for the K5X model line, as a result longer bolts will be used for the rear brake caliper mounting. Vehicles affected K5x motorcycles produced before and up to 10/31/2017, in the event
MC59823415
Sep 10, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Oil leak immediately after replacing cylinder head cover seal set.
MC59279648
Sep 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Retrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro. The ESA coding procedure fails when retrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro.
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
MC57194556
Jan 1, 2014
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Heated handlebar grips with low output. Increased thickness of handlebar means that the output felt by the rider is lower.
SB-11-002-13
Oct 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW MC: THE ENGINE OIL CAPACITY IN REPAIR AND SERVICE DATA (RSD) FOR CHANGING OIL AND OIL FILTER, IS TOO HIGH AND WOULD OVER FILL BEYOND MAXIMUM LEVEL, RESULTING IN MALFUNCTION OF ENGINE (CLUTCH). MODEL 4 1200. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE
SB-11-002-13
Oct 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
BMW MC: THE ENGINE OIL CAPACITY IN REPAIR AND SERVICE DATA (RSD) FOR CHANGING OIL AND OIL FILTER, IS TOO HIGH AND WOULD OVER FILL BEYOND MAXIMUM LEVEL, RESULTING IN MALFUNCTION OF ENGINE (CLUTCH). MODEL 4 1200. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE
MC5383452601
Mar 1, 2013
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Incorrect anti-theft alarm (DWA) operating instructions
MC5383452601
Mar 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Incorrect anti-theft alarm (DWA) operating instructions
SIB-11-03-08
Mar 1, 2013
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
BMW: CRANKCASE PRESSURE DIAGNOSIS AND INFORMATION FOR ALL VEHICLES. *RM UPDATED ON 4/24/2013. *KB
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
NHTSA Safety Investigations — BMW R 1200 GS
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE12036
Opened: Nov 16, 2012 — Closed: Jul 22, 2013
Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
Owners of model year (MY) 2005-2008 R-Series motorcycles report substantial, high pressure fuel loss occurring when the fuel pump is energized.Many times they first become aware of the problem when fuel soaks their pant legs or is puddled under their parked motorcycle.The Office of Defects investiga... Read more
BMW R 1200 GS — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW R 1200 GS across all model years (2004–2014).
23
Total Recalls
114
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
6
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
BMW R 1200 GS — Year by Year
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