2007 Bmw R 1200 Gs problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (4) · Fuel System, Gasoline (3) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2)
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Safety recalls (3)
Wheels:lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs 2015-03-11 · campaign 15V141000 · 43,426 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2013-12-12 · campaign 13V617000 · 50,184 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2010-06-18 · campaign 10V276000 · 15,532 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Service bulletins (68)
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 68 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-10-10 · Fuel/Propulsion System“when starting the bike, suddenly fuel started dripping down onto the front wheel and onto the exhaust. i noticed the fuel on the suction side (right side) of the gas tank pooling up and spraying out. upon disassembly, the male 90 degree fuel quick disconnect (replacement part number bmw 13537674765) came apart when trying to release the hose from t…”
2020-10-07 · Suspension · 67,000 mi · 💥 crash“drive shaft failure which took out the swing arm while doing speed of 35-45 mph on back country road. if on highway or increases speed, incident may cause loss of life…”
2020-09-25 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 60,000 mi“the fuel pump on the motorcycle is leaking and spraying gas all over me when i drive…”
2020-02-13 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 11,000 mi“after starting the bike and allowing it to warm up, i noticed a large puddle forming under the front of the bike. upon closer inspection i found the fuel line quick connect to the fuel pump had split and spraying fuel when under pressure. this was dripping down onto the hot header.…”
2019-10-03 · Unknown Or Other · 47,000 mi“do numbenot r, include vehicle any identification personal number information (vin), etc ... ). l security/driver license the recall fuel for this pump issue, ruptured but and bmw began feels that shooting if they gasoline replaced all the over flange, my leg there as i is was no need riding to home. replace the apparently pump there and is the…”
2016-08-22 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 26,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw r 1200 gs adventure. while driving approximately 20 mph, there was an odor of fuel and fuel fuel leaked on the vehicle. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 13v617000 (fuel system, gasoline), but the remedy failed to repair the failure. the manufacturer was m…”
2014-04-28 · Engine · 23,000 mi“upon trying to start my 2007 r1200gs i got an error message on the cluster "ews". a quick google search reported that the error code meant "ignition key antenna error". some forums reading revealed that this is a common problem, especially with the 2007 r1200gs, but can happen to other model years and other bmw bikes too. there was nothing i…”
2013-09-09 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 20,500 mi“after riding the vehicle and putting it back in my garage, i could smell a strong gasoline odor. on detailed inspection i found gas pooling in the "fuel pump flange". this part is located on the upper left hand side of the fuel tank. after cleaning the area, i could see distinct cracks all around the fuel line inlet and gas would continuously se…”
2013-08-21 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 47,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw r 1200 gs motorcycle. the contact stated that the fuel pump was leaking. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed. the failure mileage was approximately 47,000. updated 10/29/13*lj the flang at the joint between the fuel pump output and the fuel line, had a split, …”
2013-08-19 · Service Brakes · 48,000 mi“during routine service, it was noted that the rear wheel flange had developed stress fractures in 3 of 5 brake rotor mounting points. internet investigation has revealed that this is a common occurrence for r1200 series bmw motorcycles. the replacement oem part has been redesigned multiple times in an apparent attempt to prevent recurrence. comp…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.