2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls and problems

The 2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has 3 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls

Recall 15V-141: Wheels

Reported Mar 11, 2015 · 43,426 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: 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 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are over tightened.

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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 13V-617: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Dec 12, 2013 · 50,184 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: 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 and leak fuel.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Fix: 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.

Recall 10V-276: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jun 18, 2010 · 15,532 vehicles affected · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Problem: 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 could split and start to develop a leak.

Risk: If this goes unnoticed, and the brake fluid reservoir runs empty, the front brakes could fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Fuel System, Other	1
Structure	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,967 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 3,300 miles · reported Oct 15, 2013

The contact owns a 2008 bmw r1200 gs adventure motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the fuel pump electronics needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 3,300.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 7,400 miles · reported Jul 16, 2011

Fuel level sensor strip has failed for the fourth time in the last two years. This causes a warning light to illuminate on the dash and a "fuel!" warning to flash on the computer. It is distracting and decreases the rider's ability to judge when the bike is actually low on fuel.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 33,040 miles · reported Jul 9, 2011

Driving in the rain cause water to penetrate into an area where a fpc (Fuel pressure controller) on the vehicle is positioned. The engine dies suddenly as fuel pressure is interrupted and the vehicle. A large number of this failure is reported by other individuals online in web board discussions making it appear a design flaw. The consequence for me was that I had to cross two lanes of traffic on a disabled motorcycle and was stranded on the side of the road. Nothing was done to correct the problem as the problem fixed itself temporarily and the dealer simply cleared the fault code from the…

Fuel System, Other · at 11,967 miles · reported Apr 21, 2011

Fuel gauge sensor displays inaccurate readings (No/low fuel when tank is full or worse, displays full tank when there is low/no fuel). This has LED to me being stranded twice. The fuel sensor has been replaced twice already by the dealership. That adds up to almost one replacement a year.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 19,491 miles · reported Apr 20, 2011

The fuel strip on my motorcycle has failed twice resulting in false readings on the fuel gauge (Showing more fuel then is actually present). Bmw is aware of the problem but has so far issued no recalls or developed a solution.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure: 15V-141 (wheels), 13V-617 (fuel system, gasoline), 10V-276 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?

Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (3 reports), followed by fuel system, other (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,967 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.