2007 Bmw R1200 S problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (2) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Electrical System:horn (1)
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 (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.
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.
Electrical System 2021-09-20 · MC000521 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
one of the following situations can occur when connecting to bn2000 motorcycles: 1. the installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ista. 2. control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communication later stops.
Electrical System 2021-07-13 · MC610821 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
when diagnosing fault codes (0x3a13d7, 0x3a13d9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 22 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2013-09-20 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 32,000 mi“fuel leak at housing on left side of fuel tank. is cracked around flange that holds the quick disconnect on the pressure line. i removed the failed part, took it to my local dealer were they quoted me 491 us dollars for the replacement. the dealer (a & s bmw, roseville, ca) didn't inform me of the known issues or the available aftermarket fix. …”
2012-11-21 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 12,000 mi“i stopped at a stop-sign near home. fuel sprayed all over my left leg. it turned our my fuel pump cracked. *tr…”
2007-12-12 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 120 mi“ ref: 2007 bmw r1200gs adventurer i purchased this motorcycle at miller bmw of tallahassee-fl, on march 2007. in april this year and in five different opportunities this machine has shut down while driving for no apparent reason. also; one additional time this problem happened while in the dealer for service. ?on april 07 about a mont…”
2007-07-09 · Electrical System:horn · 800 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2007 bmw r1200 s. the contact stated that the horn is inadequate. he has notified the dealer and the manufacturer, but they are not taking any action. the horn alert is weak and barely audible, which can be very hazardous. he stated that the electrical system has been redesigned, therefore the vehicle is only equipped for …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.