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2003 BMW R1200 CL recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2003 BMW R1200 CL, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 BMW R1200 CL vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 BMW R1200 CL problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure2
Service Brakes1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 54,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 BMW R1200 CL complaints

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

Service Brakes · reported Oct 29, 2021
Control Modulator that operates the servo brake system failed. The ABS is no longer operational. The system is now only hydraulicly operated when before it was servo assisted. Once the servo system failed the brake system almost would not stop the motorcyle.
Structure · at 20,000 miles · reported Oct 17, 2013
The contact owns a 2003 bmw r1200 cl motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the latching mechanism of the saddle bag failed, causing it to open and release all of his belongings from the bag. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

Other BMW R1200 CL years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 BMW R1200 CL have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 BMW R1200 CL as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 BMW R1200 CL?

Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports), followed by service brakes (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 54,000 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.