2006 Bmw K1200 R problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (6) · Power Train (3) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2)
Safety recalls (2)
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.
Suspension:rear 2010-10-08 · campaign 10V488000 · 11,826 vehicles
Defect: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 MOTORCYCLES. THE BEARINGS COULD BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION. THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED MOVEMENT OF THE LINK LEVER.
Risk: THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Fix: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (22)
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.
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.
Structure:frame And Members 2021-11-30 · MC460307 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the fairing brackets installed on the early k 1200 r sport (k43hv) motorcycles were not sufficiently resistant to corrosion.
Electrical System 2021-07-01 · MC55297495 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before 2009)headlights and rear lights light up intermittently despite the ignition being switched off and the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2021-06-15 · MC650109 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
it is no longer necessary to place a pmp coded part order to obtain a repair enabling code
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: 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
Showing the 6 most recent of 22 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2014-03-13 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 18,000 mi“fuel strip inside fuel tank that sends fuel level indications failed. this is the 4th strip in 3 years. this problem is present in several bmw motorcycles built from 2005 to present. *tr…”
2013-12-16 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 29,180 mi“when i was stopped at an intersection i noticed a very strong fuel smell coming from my motorcycle. i looked for liquid fuel leaking to the ground but found none. i was very near home, so i returned and removed the body panels to examine the fuel system. i found fuel leaking from the fuel tank/pump cap down onto the top of the engine and alternator…”
2013-07-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 22,900 mi“there are several cracks on the flange where fuel line has a connection. these cracks are causing fuel to leak onto the motor and alternator creating a fire hazard. fuel also pools in areas with sensitive electronics where fuel wasn't meant to be stored. i have no doubt that this would eventually lead to a fire that most likely would lead to seve…”
2013-06-20 · Power Train · 56,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw k1200r. the contact stated while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle shifted out of second gear and lunged forward. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure occurred because the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was re…”
2013-06-19 · Power Train · 5,600 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw k1200 r motorcycle. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle shifted out of gear and vibrated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated the transmission had failed. the transmission was replaced. the failure was reported to the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 5,600. the current mileage w…”
2012-12-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 17,411 mi“after finishing a ride, had strong smell of gasoline coming from under instrument unit. dealer today found cracked fuel pump unit causing bike to leak gas right above engine. *tr…”
2012-11-22 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 16,700 mi“i noticed petroleum smell when at a stop light when riding the bike home from work. when i parked the bike on the side stand in the garage fuel began to leak down the left side of the motorcycle. i immediately called my bmw mechanic who informed me to ride the bike over to the shop for inspection. when the bike was parked at the shop the mechani…”
2012-10-14 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 16,000 mi“i rode bike to work and parked it on side stand. after work i noted a wet spot under bike but could not determine if it was oil or gas. on the ride home i noted a petroleum smell when at stop lights. i parked the bike in the garage on its side stand and gasoline started leaking from the left side of the bike. i called the dealer and rode it ove…”
2012-06-06 · Service Brakes, Air:antilock · 28,000 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw k1200 r motorcycle. the contact stated that the anti lock braking system engaged when the brakes were applied. the brakes then released momentarily while the vehicle jerked forward before the manual brakes finally engaged. the failure recurred intermittently at various speeds. the vehicle was taken to an authorized d…”
2012-04-22 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 15,000 mi“abs brake modulator unit failed on panic stop. stopping distance was significantly increased and no power braking assist was available. collision with another vehicle was narrowly avoided. abs modulator had to be replaced. cost of part in excess of $2000 and 6 hours of labor. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.