2005 Bmw R1200 Gs problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (10) · Power Train (4) · Service Brakes (3)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
35 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2020-08-10 · campaign 20V471000 · 16,926 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy and where the fuel pump was not replaced at a later date. This recall involves the fuel pump, and also the auxiliary fuel pump as applicable. The affected motorcycles
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (65)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the 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 ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Power Train 2023-12-13 · MC330423 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
since 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 ret
Fuel System, Gasoline 2023-11-13 · MC160214 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw motorrad usa has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender ã¢ââfuel stripã¢ââ equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 r and k series motorcycles.
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 2023-04-24 · SIB330222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
Service Brakes 2022-11-08 · MC000222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw 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.
Power Train 2022-07-28 · SIB330222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
multiple 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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 65 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2018-10-31 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 24,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 bmw r1200 gs. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, fuel had leaked from the fuel pump flange and sprayed onto the riders leg and parts of the motorcycle. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer and an unknown local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistan…”
2015-05-18 · Service Brakes · 51,010 mi · 💥 crash“ i experienced a 100% no brakes situation coming into a slow speed 90 degree turn on a back road. luckily i hadn't been going to fast and was able to down shift and scrub a little speed but forced with only engine braking and a very old asphalt road covered in gravel i had to lay it down to stop from going into a 60ft+ ravine. i've put 250-300k…”
2014-10-10 · Steering · 62,000 mi“upon replacing rear tire at the bmw dealership, noticed a cracked rear wheel flange. these cracks appeared on 4 of 5 attachment points where the flange bolts onto the rear drive. this is a part that holds the wheel to the motorcycle. spoke to bmw na and they do recognize the problem as inherent defect, and have not recalled despite having redesig…”
2014-07-07 · Structure:body · 47,000 mi“tl* the contact owns 2005 bmw r1200 gs. the contact stated that while inspecting the motorcycle, the contact discovered that there was a crack on the rear wheel flange. the motorcycle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured wheel flange. the manufacture was made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 47,000.…”
2014-06-04 · Service Brakes · 32,390 mi“i was replacing my rear brake rotor. the rotor is bolted to a piece called a flange (part number 33117722831) using 5 bolts. i found that each of the 5 bolt holes in the flange are cracked. if this part were to come apart while riding i think it would cause the rear wheel to lock up and skid or possibly worse. the flange (part number 3311772283…”
2013-09-22 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 34,210 mi“fuel leaking at the fuel pump flange as well as at the suction pump flange around the base of the quick disconnect fitting.…”
2013-08-28 · Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump · 27,443 mi“smelled fuel, removed left side cover, saw top of fuel pump covered with gas. it is leaking from the plastic quick disconnect. also see cracks in the flange on top of fuel pump. this is a fire hazard, caused by poor design that uses tapered pipe thread in plastic. *tt…”
2013-07-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 73,388 mi“fuel pump flange cracked at fuel pump output connector and fuel sprayed out under pressure. pressurized fuel sprayed on leg and hit hot engine exhaust. was able to cut off engine and fuel pump before a fire started. had to wait several hours before help arrived and trucked bike home. *tr…”
2013-07-19 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 45,000 mi“faulty fuel strip gas gauge will show 1/2 tank, but tank may be full or empty, or somewhere in between. likewise, gas gauge may show full, but tank may be close to empty. the fuel strip does not correctly display the amount of fuel in the tank. *tr…”
2013-07-08 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 18,000 mi“stopped after riding to work, noticed fuel smell, looked closer, gas was dripping on hot exhaust pipe. turns out the fuel line plastic quick disconnect threaded boss on the fuel tank was cracked enough that gas leaks out when the fuel pump is running. just now reporting although it first happened years ago. tried various repairs that were only t…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.