2014 BMW R 1200 RT
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT. Newest first.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Risk 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 replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.
Owner complaints
6 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
I have a 2014 R1200RT that is leaking fuel because of a warped fuel tank. VIN: [XXX] My dealer tells me that this was a problem on my years RT and that this can only be fixed by replacing the fuel tank. I was told that ethanol was probably the culprit in taking this tank down so quickly. I was…
I have a 2014 R1200RT that is leaking fuel because of a warped fuel tank. VIN: [XXX] My dealer tells me that this was a problem on my years RT and that this can only be fixed by replacing the fuel tank. I was told that ethanol was probably the culprit in taking this tank down so quickly. I was also told that BMW redesigned the tank to alleviate the problem and that replacing the old tank with the redesigned one would take care of this. BMW Motorrad is not offering to replace this as the warranty is only for 3 years or 36,000 miles. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Engine · Unknown or other
Motorcycle went into "limp mode" while riding.
- Fuel/propulsion system
I bought this new and I have always smelled gas especilly after a fill up. I recently had to apply the brakes very hard while travelling down the highway and fuel came out through the gas cap even though the gas cap was properly secured.
- Electrical system · Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2014 BMW r1200 rt motorcycle. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, a software update was completed to improve the gear shift assistant pro feature. After the software update was performed, the contact was driving…
TL* the contact owns a 2014 BMW r1200 rt motorcycle. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, a software update was completed to improve the gear shift assistant pro feature. After the software update was performed, the contact was driving approximately 75 mph before deactivating the cruise control to decrease the speed. The contact indicated that the cruise control would erroneously turn on increasing the speed of the motorcycle. After approximately 120 miles of driving, the motorcycle operated as normal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 18,120....updated 02/03/16 *bf invalid 4/17/18*jb *tr
- Suspension
6/11 receive email from BMW advising "stop ride". 6/23 receive email from BMW advising of 4 remedies. quickly learn that dealership cannot perform loaner bike option and dealer refuses to honor trade-in option. 6/25 I email BMW advising I am selecting buyback option. 6/26 receive email from BMW…
6/11 receive email from BMW advising "stop ride". 6/23 receive email from BMW advising of 4 remedies. quickly learn that dealership cannot perform loaner bike option and dealer refuses to honor trade-in option. 6/25 I email BMW advising I am selecting buyback option. 6/26 receive email from BMW requesting documentation (bill of sale and copy of title). 6/27 received email from BMW confirming receipt of documentation. I also telephoned customer service (cs) and received verbal confirmation they received documentation. I was advised I would be contacted and receive repurchase agreement within 3-5 days. as of 7/9 I still have not been contacted by anyone. I have called cs 5 more times and have emailed cs twice. it appears cs filters calls in columbus, oh, but the " decision maker" (mark) in new jersey does not respond to emails or telephone calls (voicemails left). last phone call to cs received information that process takes 6-8 weeks. it appears that even though BMW has publicly announced remedies pursuant to recall, BMW IS not fully honoring aforementioned remedies, nor fulfilling chosen buybacks in a timely manner. BMW advises that customers electing buyback will receive compensation within 30 days of agreement; however, there appears to be no time restraints for receiving said agreement (possibly extending completion in hopes of having customers elect a repair if/when it IS announced). *tr
- Suspension
On june 5TH 2014 BMW issued a stop ride notice for all 2014 r1200 rts with dynamic esa. since then BMW has not been able to produce a loaner vehicle nor a date when the affected part will be replaced. so at this point my primary vehicle IS a $25,000. Piece of garage art. the estimated date for parts shipment IS 3 to 4 months! *tr
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.
- 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.
- 10227580The options in the Reversing Assist Camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted.
- 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.
- 10204672BMW Motorrad has ascertained that the threaded fastener of the shift assistant may not have been tightened to the correct torque at the factory.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 10142951BMW Motorrad has established that the additional multifunction switches for special vehicles may allow moisture in and can lead to a failure of the LIN bus. In the case of a failure the additional functions will no longer work. For this reason the additional multifunction switches must be replaced on all affected vehicles. K52 Special vehicles produced after 9/29/2017 have improved additional multifunction switches 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
- 10056719BMW: with drivetrain malfunction message displayed and service engine soon, engine can go into reduced power mode, due to engine position management (epm) unfavorable parameters in dme software.
- 10055946BMW mc: threaded fastener of shift assistant failed to be tightened to correct torque while at factory, and could work loose when motorcycle IS in use, hampering operation of shift assistant function. Model r 1200 rt (K52).
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