2009 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls and problems

The 2009 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has 3 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2009 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2009 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.

2009 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	3
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Tires	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,951 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2009 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 42,567 miles · reported Jan 25, 2014

The gas tank has quick disconnect fittings that screw into a plastic flange on each side of the tank. The fitting threads are similar to npt pipe threads which over stress the plastic and result in cracking, fuel then leaks from the tank under the fairing assembly on to electrical wiring, engine parts and hot exhaust components. This could result in fire or unexpected stoppage causing an accident or fatality from a wreck in traffic.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 39,320 miles · reported Jul 18, 2012

While riding along a twisty rural road with a passenger the engine quit without warning. Due to the rural nature of the roadway and the prevailing terrain, there were few safe places to pull over. Fortunately I was on a downhill slope and was able to quickly regain balance of the machine and coast until a safe pullout could be reached. Upon inspection, it was determined the fuel indicating system was faulty indicating about 1/3 of a tank of fuel remaining when the tank was empty, also, the low fuel light did not illuminate or the range to empty appear, as is the design of the system. The fuel…

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 824 miles · reported Feb 21, 2012

This vehicle has failed to start several times and has had to be towed to dealer and repaired three times for fuel system related problems. Along with the failure to start, while driving engine quits running when clutch is pulled in to slow down for traffic.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 30,985 miles · reported Apr 20, 2011

Fuel level indicator extremely inaccurate leading to exhaustion of fuel supply causing stall in traffic. Extremely dangerous!!!

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 9,951 miles · reported Apr 19, 2011

I was riding my 2009 bmw r1200gs adventure motorcycle at approximately 60 MPH in the carpool lane. It began to rain so I went to pull onto the shoulder to don my rain gear. I pulled the brake lever to slow, only to find I had no brakes. I was able to safely slow the vehicle using the rear brake. Inspection of the front brakes showed the right front caliper was hanging freely, only connected by the hydraulic line. The two bolts that hold the caliper to the fork mounts were missing. Inspection of the two bolt holes on the fork showed that they were completely stripped. Note the vehicle had both…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 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 2009 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (3 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,951 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.