BMW R 1200 RT recalls and problems
5 recalls and 122 owner complaints for 10 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
5
Complaints
122
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
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BMW R 1200 RT by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 R 1200 RT | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 R 1200 RT | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 R 1200 RT | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 R 1200 RT | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 R 1200 RT | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 R 1200 RT | 3 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 R 1200 RT | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 R 1200 RT | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 R 1200 RT | 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 R 1200 RT | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW R 1200 RT problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 48 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 30 | |
| Power Train | 15 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | |
| Electrical System | 9 | |
| Service Brakes | 8 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Suspension | 6 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | |
| Wheels | 3 |
All BMW R 1200 RT recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-060 | Feb 8, 2021 | 2011–2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 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. |
| 15V-141 | Mar 11, 2015 | 2005–2010 | Wheels | 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… |
| 14V-320 | Jun 12, 2014 | 2014 | Do not driveSuspension | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. |
| 13V-617 | Dec 12, 2013 | 2005–2011 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 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… |
| 10V-276 | Jun 18, 2010 | 2007–2009 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 r 1200 and k 1200 series motorcycles manufactured from august 2006 through may 2009. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW R 1200 RT?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2009 BMW R 1200 RT has the most reports (23). Check the 2009 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW R 1200 RT have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering BMW R 1200 RT model years 2005–2014.
What are the most common BMW R 1200 RT problems?
Owners report fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems most often.