2007 BMW R1200 RT
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2007 BMW R1200 RT. Newest first.
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-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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, 2009-2011 K1300S, 2010-2011 K1300R, and 2009-2010 K1300GT…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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 auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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 strain. if the vibration/strain IS significant, the brake line…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
BMW IS recalling 1,535 my 2007-2009 r1200rt motorcycles. due to routing and assembly tolerances of the front brake lines, it IS possible for the lines to be under strain. in combination with vibration during riding, the brake lines could develop a leak. the level of fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir could drop rendering the front brakes…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event that only the rear brakes were operational, severe loss of control during hard braking could result. this could result in a serious crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and repair the motorcycles with new front brake lines, with modified routing free of charge. the safety recall began on october 5, 2009. owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Owner complaints
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What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
A fuel leak around at the fuel pump flange. Leaking around the support ring installed by the previous remedy. I contacted a dealer several times, but they have been unable to remedy due to no parts since April 2021. I also contacted CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com and they said "at this time the…
A fuel leak around at the fuel pump flange. Leaking around the support ring installed by the previous remedy. I contacted a dealer several times, but they have been unable to remedy due to no parts since April 2021. I also contacted CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com and they said "at this time the remedy for the recall: 20V-471 is available; however, the parts are on backorder for all models. We currently don't have an eta we can provide." BMW has failed to prepare sufficient replacement parts and they are unable to remedy for 20V-471 in a timely manner.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel gauge stopped responding, leading to running out of fuel while moving. This IS a common failure on many bike models from BMW from 2005-2013.the fuel level measuring strip in the fuel tank was replaced by the dealer04. This IS an unsafe condition since loss of engine power from running out of fuel can be quite dangerous on a motorcycle
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel gauge stopped responding, leading to the possibility of running out of fuel while moving. This IS a common failure on many bike models from BMW from 2005-2013. I have had this happen 3 times so far, and each time the fuel level measuring strip in the fuel tank was replaced. This IS an unsafe condition since loss of engine power from running out of fuel can be quite dangerous on a motorcycle.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel gauge stopped responding, leading to the possibility of running out of fuel while moving. This IS a common failure on many bike models from BMW from 2005-2013. I have had this happen 2 times so far, and each time the fuel level measuring strip in the fuel tank was replaced. This IS an unsafe condition since loss of engine power from running out of fuel can be quite dangerous on a motorcycle.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel gauge stopped responding, leading to running out of fuel while moving on a city street. This IS a common failure on many bike models from BMW from 2005-2013. I have had this happen 1 time so far, and each time the fuel level measuring strip in the fuel tank was replaced. This IS an unsafe condition since loss of engine power from running out of fuel can be quite dangerous on a motorcycle.
- Power train
Final drive bearing suddenly developed play (wheel can be moved laterally by hand). Very unstable handling and wobble upon deceleration due to wheel movement. Vehicle will "shimmy" considerably from side-to-side upon engine braking.
- Service brakes
When I began a ride the red ABS brake failure warning light came on and remained on. A shop read the code to determine the cause as ABS pump motor failure. I learned through on-line research that it IS a common problem relating to poor design of the ABS pump motor brushes that fail to make good…
When I began a ride the red ABS brake failure warning light came on and remained on. A shop read the code to determine the cause as ABS pump motor failure. I learned through on-line research that it IS a common problem relating to poor design of the ABS pump motor brushes that fail to make good contact resulting in a low voltage situation and pump failure. The result - the ABS system does not work. The estimated cost of replacing the unit IS approx. $2200. The mechanic tapped on the motor housing and freed up the brushes but it was a temporary fix that lasted about 200 miles. It then became an intermittent problem for about 400 miles before it went back to being the constant problem that I am now forced to fix or ride without ABS brakes. this IS a well known and documented problem but BMW has not admitted any problems related to design of the unit. The problem appears to be in the way the brushes slide in a grooved guide or key way . Apparently the grooves get dirty and the brushes hang up and don't reach the proper position for good contact with the motor armature if I understand it correctly. modulemaster in moscow, idaho, rebuilds the units and provides a 5 yr guarantee. They seem to be quite busy with these units. my mechanic actually sent in 2 of them at the same time. The second unit was from a GS model. And there are other models experiencing the same issue. it IS my opinion that nhtsa needs to take a look at this issue and cause BMW to fix the poor design and eliminate the problem of ABS failure. documented evidence of the scope of the problem can be found through sites such as forums.bmwmoa.org, www.xs-adventure.com, www.i-bmw.com.
- Unknown or other
The motorcycle started stalling after I would disengage the clutch to slow down or stop. It would not start back up unless I turned the throttle and held the rpm's above 1500. The bike would not idle unless I kept the throttle partially open. I brought the bike to the dealer and they re-flashed the…
The motorcycle started stalling after I would disengage the clutch to slow down or stop. It would not start back up unless I turned the throttle and held the rpm's above 1500. The bike would not idle unless I kept the throttle partially open. I brought the bike to the dealer and they re-flashed the computer and up-graded the software. That lasted 2 weeks and the stalling started back again. All re-calls for this bike were performed by BMW. No trouble codes were shown to exist on the bikes ecu when tested by the dealers scan equipment. I have since replaced: spark plugs, idle actuators (2), cam position sensor, fuel pump controller, fuel pump, and battery. The motorcycle has a little over 32,000 miles on it now. Some of the parts replaced did cure the stalling problem temporarily, but it always came back. I have since parked the motorcycle because the stalling scares me and my girlfriend when it unexpectedly happens in traffic. It IS absolutely dangerous! I know from reading posts online from fellow BMW motorcycle owners that many others who own the r 1200rt made from 2005-2009 have this same stalling problem. As far as I know BMW has not re-called my year and model bike to force the dealers to fix this problem.
- Power train · Service brakes
Rear drive assembly oil leaking affecting tires traction and braking - loss of rear brakes from oil and no ABS active. *tr
- Service brakes
About 1 year ago, the 'brake failure" light came on the dashboard of my BMW r1200rt motorcycle. even though the brakes seem to work fine, I pretty much stopped using the motorcycle because I was afraid of it. because of inactivity, the engine wouldn't start so I rented a u-haul trailer and…
About 1 year ago, the 'brake failure" light came on the dashboard of my BMW r1200rt motorcycle. even though the brakes seem to work fine, I pretty much stopped using the motorcycle because I was afraid of it. because of inactivity, the engine wouldn't start so I rented a u-haul trailer and brought the bike to a BMW dealer so they could get it running again. Because I hadn't used the bike for awhile, I forgot to tell them about the brake failure light. when they test rode my bike, they saw the light and tried to reset (clear) a code to see if it would fix it. The code would not reset or clear. they then told me that this brake failure light indicates that the ABS system IS no longer working. I was told the part to fix it cost about $2,500. I feel this should be something that BMW should repair as it IS a safety issue out of my control. IS BMW responsible to repair this problem? *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Traveling at highway speed, ABS system failed, which showed up as a "brake failure" light on console. ABS pump controller failed. after initial failure, the "brake failure" light would come on intermittently. I don't know if this indicated intermittent failure or something else. front wheel or…
Traveling at highway speed, ABS system failed, which showed up as a "brake failure" light on console. ABS pump controller failed. after initial failure, the "brake failure" light would come on intermittently. I don't know if this indicated intermittent failure or something else. front wheel or rear wheel would lock up instead of the ABS system overriding and controlling the brake. on a bike this IS particularly dangerous.
- Service brakes
ABS pump failed after ~ 21,000 miles leaving me without any ABS. tried to come to a stop on a highway on-ramp and locked the rear tire up and skidded for ~ 25 ft before stopping. don't understand how a key piece of safety equipment can fail with such low miles and there IS no recall or goodwill on bmw's part to replace the defective part. *tr
- Service brakes
At that low mileage a few months after purchase of the motorcycle I was alerted to "brake failure" lamp on instrument cluster. I was told by dealer (who was in new jersey - bike was shipped to chicago) that this fault would probably disappear after some more use of bike. I was assured that brake…
At that low mileage a few months after purchase of the motorcycle I was alerted to "brake failure" lamp on instrument cluster. I was told by dealer (who was in new jersey - bike was shipped to chicago) that this fault would probably disappear after some more use of bike. I was assured that brake functions were not affected. the fault code supplied by a local dealer was at 232 miles and it was 005 dfo pump motor voltage supply. I had the bike stored for several years after that and it now has less than 400 miles on it. The fault IS still there and I am told that I would need a new ABS module ($2000 plus for the part and $500 for the labor) the latest fault code reading at 288 miles was "009309 kombi under tension" due to the lapse of time since purchase I understand bmw's hesitancy of warranty repair, however after conversing with other BMW r1200rt owners of bikes of 2007-2012 vintage, I see that virtually all r1200rt bikes were affected by this problem. I am told, that the main reason for this internal ABS module fault IS the fact that the brushes inside the pump motor do not have strong enough springs pushing them against the pump rotor. This causes pitting on the rotor, etc. This clearly IS a manufacturer's flaw and since ABS brakes are an important part of the riding safety of this bike, it IS definitely a cause of concern. *tr
- Service brakes
ABS modulator failed to operate at very low mileage. dealer said unit has failed and it very common for the brushes to stick and cause this failure. the unit IS not repairable and must be replaced. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
I was riding my motorcycle on the interstate when I noticed the smell of gasoline. upon arrival home I determined that pressurized fuel was leaking from the fuel pump outlet connection, specifically the threaded boss into which the quick disconnect fitting screws. when I turned on the ignition…
I was riding my motorcycle on the interstate when I noticed the smell of gasoline. upon arrival home I determined that pressurized fuel was leaking from the fuel pump outlet connection, specifically the threaded boss into which the quick disconnect fitting screws. when I turned on the ignition and energized the fuel pump, gasoline ran out of the connection and down onto the engine. a search of the internet revealed that this IS a known problem with this fuel pump which IS used on numerous models of BMW motorcycles. further, a new replacement pump now has a metal reinforcement around the threaded boss, which indicates that BMW IS aware of the original design flaw. fuel leaking onto a running engine IS clearly a fire hazard. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
After smelling gas after a short stop I discovered that the fuel pump discharge flange had 7 cracks where fuel was leaking and filling the cavity at the top end of the fuel pump. after conducting some research, I understand that this IS a known defect and special after market clamps have been designed and sold to make the repair, avoiding a complete replacement of the fuel pump. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Riding my 40 miles home, I kept smelling gasoline but it was congested so I dismissed it. Got home and drove into the garage and a big puddle of gasoline splashed onto the ground from under my left fender from my 2007 BMW rt1200. Upon examination, I discovered that the plastic top of the fuel…
Riding my 40 miles home, I kept smelling gasoline but it was congested so I dismissed it. Got home and drove into the garage and a big puddle of gasoline splashed onto the ground from under my left fender from my 2007 BMW rt1200. Upon examination, I discovered that the plastic top of the fuel pump had cracked in several places around where the quick disconnect fitting goes for the pressure line. Not only that but the fitting IS also made of plastic and had also cracked in the thread area. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
The plastic connection for the fuel pump cracked and started to leak fuel. this IS a fire hazard. I looked on line and see this IS a problem on BMW motorcycle's. the fuel leaks onto the hot engine and could cause a fire while riding. this IS a factory defect and all BMW motorcycle should be recalled before someone IS injured. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fitting at top of fuel pump assembly was leaking (stream of gas) gas onto the gas tank and down onto the left cylinder. upon starting the bike , in less than a minute there was a five feet puddle of gas on the ground. at rest the gas IS pouring onto the left cylinder and I assume would be…
Fitting at top of fuel pump assembly was leaking (stream of gas) gas onto the gas tank and down onto the left cylinder. upon starting the bike , in less than a minute there was a five feet puddle of gas on the ground. at rest the gas IS pouring onto the left cylinder and I assume would be spraying on the driver and passenger at speed. after removing the panels to find the leak. There were several cracks on the female fitting side of the connector of the high pressure fuel line. Where the hose goes into the fuel pump assembly. scary to think if this had happened on the road. the least problem would be being stranded. Worst case if gasoline was sprayed onto the driver and passenger and were to ignite. *tt
- Fuel/propulsion system
Riding to work I noticed the smell of gas - I parked the bike and noticed a steady of gasoline dripping out from under the left front fairing (plastic gas tank and fuel pump are behind the left fairing). I removed the various fairing parts and noticed pooling of gasoline in the reservoir on top of…
Riding to work I noticed the smell of gas - I parked the bike and noticed a steady of gasoline dripping out from under the left front fairing (plastic gas tank and fuel pump are behind the left fairing). I removed the various fairing parts and noticed pooling of gasoline in the reservoir on top of the fuel pump flange. I dried out the top of the flange and turned the key back on to engage the fuel pump and discovered several areas where the gasoline was spraying from the high pressure, 90 degree gas line below the base of the male connector and only on the shroud of the female connection - both the 90 degree male side and the connecting line were wholly intact and seated fully into the connection. I disconnected the line and removed the male connector and discovered multiple cracks around the surface of the female receptor that passed into the threaded area of the flange (which allowed gas to spray out when it was under pressure). the bike IS back home and inoperable now - the bike as mentioned above, IS a 2007 BMW r1200rt with just over 21,000 miles on it. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Riding at about 50 mph, my passenger asked to pull over, "we are leaking something". I pulled over and inspected the bike, we were leaking fuel from the fuel pump. Fuel was leaking down the faring & on to my left pant leg and boot. I immediately took the bike in to the BMW motorcycle shop for inspection & repair. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Sirs, I am the original purchaser/owner of a BMW r1200rt motorcycle, vin# [xxx]. I have had to replace the fuel gauge sensor (part # 16147675547 - sensor and # 16117677883 - gasket) three times already. now it has failed again. this IS the 4TH time it has needed to be replaced in 6 years.…
Sirs, I am the original purchaser/owner of a BMW r1200rt motorcycle, vin# [xxx]. I have had to replace the fuel gauge sensor (part # 16147675547 - sensor and # 16117677883 - gasket) three times already. now it has failed again. this IS the 4TH time it has needed to be replaced in 6 years. I contacted my dealer (BMW motorcycles of countryside il) and spoke with service manager [xxx]. [xxx] informed that my last fuel sensor replacement was 27 months ago and therefore it will not be covered under warranty (24 month), despite it having failed and been replaced multiple times and despite the fact that the motorcycle has less than 14,000 miles on it. he then estimated it would cost me $350 to replace the sensor. if this was the first time I had to replace the sensor, I would unhappily pay the $350 and attribute it to the motorcycle being 7 years old as the mileage IS negligible. but this IS not the case. this part has repeatedly failed. [xxx] acknowledged that this IS a widespread and recurrent problem. my own research indicates that multitudes of BMW r1200 model motorcycle owners have also been experiencing multiple and repetitive fuel sensor failures for many years. this issue IS documented under nhtsa ID # 10033130 and BMW service bulletin no. Sib-16-02-09. this r1200rt IS the most expensive motorcycle I have ever purchased. I find it unconscionable that BMW expects me to pay the full replacement cost of a part that has required multiple replacements over the course of 14,000 miles, a part that obviously IS the subject of an inherent design/manufacturing flaw. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *Tr
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system
Yet another fuel level sensor strip [fuel gauge] failure. this IS number 6. now no longer covered and cost $350 to replace at the dealer - 250 miles from my home. I think this IS a safety issue because here in the western us where it's possible to travel over 100 miles without seeing another smiling face, running out of fuel IS a serious threat to your safety. *tr
- Power train
Final drive oil seal failed. oil leaked, causing the rear brakes to be non-functional. the local BMW dealer, hopkins hitching post in hopkins, mn, found seal, bearing, and bevel gear failure that requires final drive replacement. This IS the same failure as described in odi no. 10439549 and currently being investigated under campaign dp12001. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
While I was backing my motorcycle into the garage I smelled a strong odor of gasoline. As I dismounted I noticed a liquid dripping on the ground next to the left exhaust pipe which turned out to be gasoline. I removed the body panels to investigate and found a puddle of fuel on top of the fuel pump…
While I was backing my motorcycle into the garage I smelled a strong odor of gasoline. As I dismounted I noticed a liquid dripping on the ground next to the left exhaust pipe which turned out to be gasoline. I removed the body panels to investigate and found a puddle of fuel on top of the fuel pump assembly. Further investigation revealed fuel leaking from the boss that holds the female fuel line quick disconnect. I removed the female quick disconnect and reapplied fuel resistant sealant to it and let it sit overnight, thinking that was the problem. I reconnected the fuel line and pressurized the system. It still leaked only worse now. When I attempted to tighten the fitting a bit gas actually squirted out of the joint between the fitting and the boss. This caused me to investigate further and discover that the were 4 to 5 small cracks in the boss on the fuel pump assembly where the fuel pressure line female quick disconnect screws in. being that the fuel pump assembly sits about the left exhaust pipe where it comes out of the cylinder head a gas leak from this area IS a fire hazard. I shudder to think of what would have happened if one of those drops of gasoline had dripped on my exhaust pipe. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel Leak - Motorycle
ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16…
ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16, 2012, BMW had concluded that the small number of warranty claims and owner reports did not indicate the existence of a safety defect trend.However, during the course of responding to our information requests, BMW re-examined its data and decided to conduct a recall (13V-617) of the subject motorcycles.In conducting recall 13V-617, BMW voluntarily expanded the scope of affected vehicles from ODI'soriginal scope, MY2005-2008 R-series motorcycles, to include the primary and auxiliary fuel pumps on all MY 2005-2011 R-series, MY 2005-2011 K12&13 models, MY 2010-2011 RR models, and the MY 2012 K1600 motorcycles.The total number of motorcycles subject to this recalled is 50,184.The 55 reports cited in this investigation can be viewed at: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following complaint identification numbers:10485789,10449393,10521322,10475150,10435325,10493015,10471642, 10448216,10488899,10356156,10433733,10442023,10492342,10435968, 10492961,10504324,10485882,10433013,10453738,10474390,10417320, 10485276,10444876,10508150,10485807,10492118,10491835,10425962, 10430734,10488652,10485274,10493320,10522421,10399423,10443840, 10448325,10490417,10485452,10433589,10467136,10420291,10503806, 10532145,10523763,10523626,10425514,10354202,10437222,10444742, 10454834,10532172,10487624,10435984,10452476, 10485337
- 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 investigation (ODI) has…
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 investigation (ODI) has obtained an owner video illustrating the issue.This video, and other material, may be found in the public file at www.SaferCar.gov. ODI has learned that the subject fuel leak is due to cracks in the fuel outlet quick connector located on the in-tank fuel pump housing.While some owners, reluctant to incur the expense to replace the fuel pump assembly, have undertaken frequently ineffective do-it-yourself repairs primarily involving adhesive patches, two other remedies are available.The first, found in the after-market, is an aluminum clamp designed to reinforce the fuel outlet threaded flange.The second is BMW?s own remedy, appearing in early 2011, following introduction of the aftermarket clamp.It, too, involves a metal collar designed to support the fuel outlet threaded flange.In January 2004 BMW conducted safety recall 04V028 involving 2000 to 2004 Model Year K and R Series motorcycles for a pressurized fuel leak.In this case an O-ring in a fuel line quick connector could become damaged and BMW identified the potential for fire as a consequence of this failure.In its recall, influenced by an ODI investigation (PE03-054), BMW judged the fire risk to be low and the fuel loss to be insignificant -- occurring most often during cold starts -- resulting most often from improper servicing of the fuel line quick connector by its dealers. All of the complaints and warranty claims referenced in this resume involve verified fuel leaks rather than owners simply expressing a concern that a leak may develop in their subject motorcycle. With summer approaching and seasonal motorcycle usage increasing, ODI has upgraded PE12-036 to EA13-006 to further evaluate this issue, monitor fuel leak frequency, and determine the risk associated with the alleged fuel leaks.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed at: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following complaint identification numbers: 540232, 765847, 10074376, 10159252, 10236289, 10339245, 10356156, 10417320, 10425962, 10430734, 10430822, 10432269, 10433589, 10433733, 10436885, 10437222, 10442023, 10443840, 10444670, 10444742, 10444876, 10445888, 10445954, 10448104, 10448104, 10448325, 10448592, 10449393, 10451907, 10452476, 10453738, 10460566, 10463408, 10463946, 10467136, 10470251, 10471518, 10471642, 10474390, 10475150, 10474390, 10475150, 10480052, 10480834, 10485274, 10485276, 10485292, 10485337, 10485348, 10485351, 10485376, 10485434, 10485452, 10485783, 10485789, 10485796, 10485807, 10485882, 10487501, 10487624, 10488652, 10488899, 10490417, 10490868, 10491835, 10492118, 10492342, 10492961, 10493015, 10493320, 10494927, 10494899, 10495307, 10496593, 10503488, 10503806, 10504130, 10504324, 10508135, 10508150
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10249027The 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 how to handle discharged battery complaints.
- 10248094Since 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 affected by the SI 33 02 22 (SERVICE ACTION: Swingarm Drain retrofit and Driveshaft Check), but is valid for all K5x models - including retroactively. In case of retroactive validity (model year 2023 and older), affected customers will be informed about the change. This will be in the form of a direct-to-customer letter with a description of the new maintenance schedule, specific owners manual insert, and consumer warranty book insert. 1. For vehicles affected by SI 33 02 22 (SERVICE ACTION: Swingarm Drain retrofit and Driveshaft Check), this service action must be performed first. All conditions described in this bulletin apply after the open Service Action has been completed. No additional communication is required for K5x models model year 2024 and onwards. Those models have the new maintenance schedule in their owners manual.
- 10245433BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender Fuel Strip equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.
- 10236237Multiple 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.
- 10228448BMW 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.
- 10218351Multiple 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.
- 10214997Battery empty despite charger.
- 10204679BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the holder by the threaded fasteners.
- 10201170When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
- 10200500The hill start control operation may be sporadic.
- 10200493BMW Motorrad has ascertained that incorrect usage, such as overloading, can result in the threaded fasteners of the center stand losing their initial torque.
- 10200269The 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
- 10194316The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
- 10193520After updating the Auhtority vehicle I-Level to K001-18-07-520 using ISTA software level 4.13.14 the F1-Push to Talk (PTT) function is deactivated.
- 10193514The spring strut coveron the left and the hanfwheel cover on the right come loos very easily when being ridden.
- 10182619Discharged 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 document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle "discharged battery" complaints. In order to properly repair the vehicle the first time in the workshop, it is very important that the diagnostic test plans are performed to completion, with all results taken into consideration. Without performing the energy diagnosis test plan, the root cause of the discharged battery cannot be identified. This increases the chances of a repeat repair.
- 10165274Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
- 10165251Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
- 10151430Shift 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.
- 10151395Engine sysmbol stays on after software update. Software error which is resolved with upgrade.
- 10151394Seat 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.
- 10151392BMW 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 which may damage the gasket of the clutch line.
- 10151297During 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.
- 10151238BMW 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 which may damage the gasket of the clutch line. A vehicle with high mileage can show signs of gradual impairment of the clutch function. The separating action of the clutch can worsen gradually over a period of time.
- 10149483Loss of F1 Push to Talk
- 10149288Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
- 10149276During 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 period from 09/02/2016 to 09/05/2016. Over the service life of the vehicle, there can be impairment of functions up to a loss of function of the gearshift assistants. In the case of a loss of function, a gear change (without the gearshift assistant) is possible only with the actuation of the clutch lever.
- 10149274Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
- 10149205It is not possible to calibrate the ESA suspension strut.
- 10148061Retrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro. The ESA coding procedure fails when retrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro.
- 10147996ESA spring strut cannot be calibrated / additional models added
- 10147804After activation of the alarm system, the turn indicators remain on for 1 minute with integration levels higher than k001-15-03-510.
- 10147756Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
- 10147646The 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.
- 10147168BMW 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. If this happens the 'General' warning light shows red and the battery symbol appears in the multifunction display.
- 10136760Various malfunctions in Navigator VI GPS due to older software which requires update.
- 10136759Faulty 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.
- 10136755In 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 the rear drive needs replaced or the rear brake caliper is removed and installed.
- 10135006Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster. Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.
- 10135001After a few days of beingparked, the battery discharges, off-load current is too high
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