2005 BMW R1200 RT
3 recalls, 24 complaints - 61 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.
06V134000 Apr 24, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, IF CERTAIN PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED THAT INVOLVES REMOVAL OF THE FRONT LEFT BRAKE CALIPER, THE ABS SENSOR CABLE CAN BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY AND WHEN THE CALIPER IS REINSTALLED, THE SENSOR CABLE CAN COME INTO CONTACT AND RUB AGAINST THE FRONT BRAKE DISC. OVERTIME, IF THE CHAFIN... Read more
Consequence
LOSS OF ABS FUNCTION COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH DURING CERTAIN RIDING CONDITIONS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ATTACH ADDITIONAL RETAINING CLIPS FREE OF CHARGE TO THE ABS SENSOR CABLE, WHICH WILL PROVIDE A MORE SECURE CONNECTION TO THE WHEEL CARRIER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006, AND WILL BE A PHASED MAILING THROUGH OCTOBER 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
05V172000 Apr 27, 2005
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, EXPOSURE OF THE THROTTLE HOUSING TO ROAD DEBRIS COULD FALL AND BECOME CAUGHT BETWEEN THE THROTTLE-BODY AND THE ENGINE BLOCK.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESTRICT MOVEMENT OF THE THROTTLE-CABLE PULLEY THAT, IN TURN, COULD AFFECT THROTTLE OPERATION AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A COVER OVER THE THROTTLE-CABLE PULLEY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Complaint Statistics
24 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 9 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 15, 2017
Incident date: Nov 8, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BMW R1200. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE CYCLE, IT FAILED AND FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FRONT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER (HAP'S CYCLE SALES, INC, 2530 17TH ST, SARASOTA, FL, 34234) WAS CONTACTED AT 941-365-3443. THE CONTACT T... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 6, 2016
Incident date: Sep 30, 2016
DRIVE SHAFT U-JOINT FAILURE RIDING ON INTERSTATE 5. BIKE STARTED TO VIBRATE AND WHEN CLUTCH WAS DEPRESSED, VIBRATION STOPPED. RELEASED CLUTCH AND VIBRATION STARTED AGAIN. DEPRESSED CLUTCH AGAIN AND PULLED TO SIDE OF THE ROAD BEFORE DRIVE SHAFT LOCKED UP. PULLED BACK REAR BOOT ON FINAL DRIVE AND THER... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 27, 2016
Incident date: Feb 19, 2016
WHILE PULLING AWAY FROM A STOP SIGN THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASED SPEED AND RPM'S IN EXCESS OF THE AMOUNT OF THROTTLE I WAS TWISTING. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED IN THE CLUTCH AND RELEASED THE THROTTLE. THE RPM'S CONTINUED TO CLIMB OVER 4000 AND THE ENGINE SUSTAINED THIS LEVEL. THE MOTORCYCLE WOULD ONLY RETURN ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 11, 2013
Incident date: Nov 10, 2013
AFTER FILLING MY BMW MOTORCYCLE WITH GAS I PARKED IT TO VISIT WITH SOME OTHER RIDERS. AFTER A SHORT TIME RETURNED TO MY BIKE TO FIND GAS RUNNING ONTO THE HOT ENGINE AND POOLING ON THE GROUND. LEFT THE BIKE WENT HOME GOT A TRAILER AND TOOK IT HOME. I DRAINED THE GAS, TOOK THE COVER OFF THE GAS TANK A... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 6, 2013
Incident date: Oct 6, 2013
WHILE RIDING MY BMW R1200RT TODAY I STARTED SMELLING GAS. I RETURNED HOME AND PUT THE MOTORCYCLE IN THE GARAGE. IT HAD A VERY STRONG GAS SMELL COMING FROM IT. I REMOVED THE LEFT UPPER FAIRING TO INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP AREA. ON TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP RAW GASOLINE WAS POOLED AND LEAKING DOWN THE SI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 4, 2013
Incident date: Apr 4, 2013
PLASTIC FEMALE FITTING ON TOP OF FUEL PUMP HAS SEVERAL CRACKS WHICH WILL EVENTUALLY RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 23, 2013
Incident date: Dec 4, 2012
THE FUEL STRIP FAILED ON THE MOTORCYCLE. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THESE MOTORCYCLE, EVEN BY BMW. THIS COULD CREATE A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE IF THE FUEL QUANTITY DEPLETES ON A BUSY INTERSTATE OR IN A BUSY INTERSECTION. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 22, 2013
Incident date: Feb 8, 2012
I WAS RIDING MY MOTORCYCLE IN THE RIGHT HAND LANE IN A 50MPH RESIDENTIAL ZONE IN FAIRLY HEAVY EVENING TRAFFIC WHEN THE ENGINE STARTED TO SEVERELY MISFIRE AND STUMBLE / SPUTTER. LUCKILY I WAS IN THE RIGHT HAND LANE BECAUSE THE ENGINE THEN DIED AND I WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE SIDE WITHOUT TOO MUCH DIF... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 19, 2012
Incident date: Aug 2, 2010
ABS MODULATOR FAILED. $3500 REPAIR. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 8, 2012
Incident date: Jul 6, 2012
THIS FAILURE IS NOT LIMITED TO THE 2005 BMW R1200RT. THE SAME FUEL PUMP IS USED FROM 2005-2009 IN THE RT1200RT AND R1200GS. THE FUEL PUMP HOUSING HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL QUICK DISCONNECT REINFORCEMENT FLANGE CRACKS UNDER HIGH PRESSURE CYCLING AND LEAKS, SENDING RAW FUEL DOWN THE LEFT FAIRING IN CLOSE PR... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 22, 2012
Incident date: Jun 20, 2012
FUEL TANK QUICK DISCONNECT CRACKED SPILLING FUEL WHILE RIDING. *TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 30, 2012
Incident date: Jan 30, 2012
CRACKS ON THE HIGH PRESSURE SIDE OF FUEL PUMP AT THE FITTING. THIS WILL CAUSE FUEL TO LEAK UNDER OPERATION WITH POSSIBLE FIRE. PUMP DESIGN IS FAULTY AND A RECALL SHOULD BE INTIATED FOR THIS DANGEROUS PROBLEM. *TT
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 29, 2012
Incident date: Jan 29, 2012
CRACKS HAVE DEVELOPED IN THE FUEL QUICK DISCONNECT REINFORCEMENT FLANGE ON THE FUEL PUMP HOUSING. THIS COULD LEAD TO A FUEL LEAK (AND HAS IN MANY CASES) ON TO THE EXHAUST PIPE, IGNITION SYSTEM COMPONENTS, AND MY LEFT LEG. *TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 29, 2012
Incident date: Jan 29, 2012
CRACKS HAVE DEVELOPED IN THE FUEL QUICK DISCONNECT REINFORCEMENT FLANGE ON THE FUEL PUMP HOUSING. THIS COULD LEAD TO A FUEL LEAK (AND HAS IN MANY CASES) ON TO THE EXHAUST PIPE, IGNITION SYSTEM COMPONENTS, AND MY LEFT LEG. *TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 23, 2012
Incident date: Jan 23, 2012
MULTIPLE CRACKS IN FUEL PUMP HOUSING AT FLANGE WHERE FUEL LINE CONNECTS. ODOR AND GAS LEAKAGE. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nov 15, 2011
Incident date: Nov 19, 2010
FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FLANGE AROUND THE FEMALE QUICK-DISCONNECT FITTING. PLASTIC FLANGE IS LOCATED ON TOP OF FUEL TANK. REPLACED PLASTIC FITTING WITH METAL ONE BUT LEAKS CONTINUED. PLACED ORIGINAL FITTING BACK AND USED A FUEL-RESISTANT SEALING COMPOUND TO STOP LEAKS. HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Aug 10, 2009
Incident date: Jun 1, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BMW R 1200 RT MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED GASOLINE LEAKING ONTO THE MUFFLER, WHICH PREVENTS THE VEHICLE FROM STARTING. THROUGH RESEARCH, SHE DISCOVERED THAT THE GAS CONNECTER WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED A NEW VALVE AND THA... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 26, 2009
Incident date: May 8, 2009
UPON RETURNING HOME FROM A RIDE ON MY 2005 BMW R1200RT MOTORCYCLE, I ATTEMPTED TO LOWER MY SIDE STAND AND NOTICED THAT THE CENTER STAND ASSEMBLY WAS DANGLING BY MERELY A RETRACTION SPRING. FORTUNATELY, IT HAD NOT COME COMPLETELY UNDONE AND BECOME ENTANGLED IN THE REAR WHEEL, WHICH WOULD MOST CERTAI... Read more
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
Jun 26, 2009
Incident date: May 8, 2009
UPON RETURNING HOME FROM A RIDE ON MY 2005 BMW R1200RT MOTORCYCLE, I ATTEMPTED TO LOWER MY SIDE STAND AND NOTICED THAT THE CENTER STAND ASSEMBLY WAS DANGLING BY MERELY A RETRACTION SPRING. FORTUNATELY, IT HAD NOT COME COMPLETELY UNDONE AND BECOME ENTANGLED IN THE REAR WHEEL, WHICH WOULD MOST CERTAI... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 28, 2008
Incident date: Aug 26, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BMW R1200 RT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, THE CONTACT SMELLED GAS. HE NOTICED GASOLINE DRIPPING FROM THE TAIL PIPE AND HIS PANTS. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE FUEL CHECK VALVE COVER HIMSELF. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FUEL VALVE COVER FAILING DUE TO THE DEFECTIVE PLASTI... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Nov 7, 2007
Incident date: Nov 7, 2007
FINAL DRIVE FAILURE. *TR
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Sep 12, 2007
Incident date: Sep 12, 2007
FINAL DRIVE FAILURES ARE BECOMING ALL TOO COMMON ON BMW MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM 2005 ON. BMW IS TAKING A NONCHALANT ATTITUDE IN ITS REPLACEMENT OF THESE UNITS. ALTHOUGH I HAVE NOT HAD A FAILURE, IF YOU WILL LOOK TO ANY OF THE FORUMS YOU WILL FIND NUMEROUS INCIDENTS. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Nov 18, 2005
Incident date: Sep 1, 2005
FRONT BRAKES LOCKING UP,AND REAR BRAKES SQUEELING. *NM
Crash
1 injured
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
Jul 26, 2005
Incident date: Jun 28, 2005
REARVIEW MIRRORS ON BMW R1200RT MOTORCYCLE ARE INADEQUATE. VIEW IS 75-80% BLOCKED BY HANDS AND REAR SADDLEBAGS.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 BMW R1200 RT
61 manufacturer communications from 39 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 4 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 3 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 3 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 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.
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
MC000913
May 10, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that incorrect usage, such as overloading, can result in the threaded fasteners of the center stand losing their initial torque.
MC64465398
May 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The hill start control operation may be sporadic.
MC310421
Apr 1, 2021
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
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
MC64011504
Aug 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC64011504
Aug 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC64011504
Aug 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC64011504
Aug 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
MC54075516
Feb 5, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After a few days of beingparked, the battery discharges, off-load current is too high
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.
MC2300117
May 1, 2017
102100 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
MC2300117
May 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
MC63353852
May 1, 2017
102100 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
During the course of the quality analysis carried out by BMW Motorrad, it has been determined that for the R 1200 models with the gearshift assistant (SA X222A) OE, a few faulty gearshift assistants have been installed in the production per
MC62713929
Jun 1, 2016
220000 SEATS
Seat heating inadequate. The electrical system incorporates functions which serve to protect the battery and may be interpreted as a failure of the seat heating if any of them are active.
MC62713929
Jun 1, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Seat heating inadequate. The electrical system incorporates functions which serve to protect the battery and may be interpreted as a failure of the seat heating if any of them are active.
MC62713929
Jun 1, 2016
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Seat heating inadequate. The electrical system incorporates functions which serve to protect the battery and may be interpreted as a failure of the seat heating if any of them are active.
MC62719932
Jun 1, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Engine sysmbol stays on after software update. Software error which is resolved with upgrade.
MC62719932
Jun 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine sysmbol stays on after software update. Software error which is resolved with upgrade.
MC2100116
Jun 1, 2016
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
BMW Motorrad has determiend in th ecourse of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder whic
MC62571524_03
Apr 1, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001. a programming abort occurred. Afterwards the vehicle is inoperative and can no longer be started. Repeated programming is not possible with this tversion. Software bug.
MC2100116
Mar 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW Motorrad has determined in the course of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder whic
MC2100116
Mar 1, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
BMW Motorrad has determined in the course of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder whic
MC61326053
Oct 1, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After activation of the alarm system, the turn indicators remain on for 1 minute with integration levels higher than k001-15-03-510.
MC6192247601
Aug 1, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
Shift assist does not function after performing SIB 23 001 15 (017) DME software upgrade. This is due to a progrm fault in ISTA/p version 3.56.0.
MC6192247601
Aug 1, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Shift assist does not function after performing SIB 23 001 15 (017) DME software upgrade. This is due to a progrm fault in ISTA/p version 3.56.0.
MC61737415
Jul 2, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
The spring strut coveron the left and the hanfwheel cover on the right come loos very easily when being ridden.
MC61461571
Jun 1, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
MC6100315
May 1, 2015
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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. This can prevent the battery from being charged while the motorcycle is being ridden. I
MC6100315
May 1, 2015
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. This can prevent the battery from being charged while the motorcycle is being ridden. I
MC60534321
Jan 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The right hand side emgme spoiler locating pin (lug) is not staying in th egrommet of the knee cover. Incorrect assembly sequence causes the locating lip to slip out of the grommet.
MC55813536
Oct 1, 2014
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC55813536
Oct 1, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC55813536
Oct 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
MC54812349
Oct 1, 2014
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
It is not possible to calibrate the ESA suspension strut.
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
MC54812349
Jan 1, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
ESA spring strut cannot be calibrated / additional models added
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
TSB-00-006-09
Apr 1, 2009
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
BMW MOTORCYCLE: CIP 13.2 IMPROVES THE RANGE WHICH THE KNOCK SENSOR CAN MODIFY THE IGNITION TIMING, SPECIFICALLY HELPFUL FOR POLICE UNITS THAT OPERATE AT VERY HIGH SPEEDS WHERE DETONATION CAN OCCUR UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME RIDING CONDITIONS. UP
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
TB-34-008-08
Sep 1, 2008
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
BMW MC: THERE MAY HAVE BEEN A SMALL QUANTITY OF MOTORCYCLES THAT DID NOT RECEIVE THE SET SCREW THAT IS NORMALLY INSTALLED IN THE FRONT BRAKE LINE FILL JUNCTIONS. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
TB-34-008-08
Sep 1, 2008
052320 PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
BMW MC: THERE MAY HAVE BEEN A SMALL QUANTITY OF MOTORCYCLES THAT DID NOT RECEIVE THE SET SCREW THAT IS NORMALLY INSTALLED IN THE FRONT BRAKE LINE FILL JUNCTIONS. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
TB-34-008-08
Sep 1, 2008
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
BMW MC: THERE MAY HAVE BEEN A SMALL QUANTITY OF MOTORCYCLES THAT DID NOT RECEIVE THE SET SCREW THAT IS NORMALLY INSTALLED IN THE FRONT BRAKE LINE FILL JUNCTIONS. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
00-004-08 (018)
Jul 1, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW MOTORCYCLE: COMPLAINTS RELATING TO KNOCKING NOISES (ENGINE PINGING) AND SPORADIC PERCEPTIBLE FLAT-SPOTS (ESPECIALLY UNDER SHARP ACCELERATION). MODELS K2X AND UP TO YEAR 2007 ONWARD. *PE UPDATED 1/27/09. *PE
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
46-006-07
Dec 1, 2007
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BMW MOTORCYCLE: PLAY PERCEPTIBLE WHEN SADDLEBAG SEATED ON SADDLEBAG MOUNT. *PE
46-007-07
Dec 1, 2007
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
BMW: REPAIRS TO 28 LITER AND 49 LITER TOPCASES. LATCHING MECHANISM DISENGAGED AND OUT OF POSITION. *PE
46-007-07
Dec 1, 2007
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
BMW: REPAIRS TO 28 LITER AND 49 LITER TOPCASES. LATCHING MECHANISM DISENGAGED AND OUT OF POSITION. *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 R1200 RT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW R1200 RT across all model years (2005, 2011).
15
Total Recalls
162
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths