2008 Bmw K 1200 Gt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (6) · Power Train (4) · Fuel/Propulsion System (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 (27)
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling 2021-11-30 · MC610107 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
there is a possibility of the "ews" (electronic immobilizer) error message being displayed in the instrument cluster of the k 1200 gt (k44). if this occurs the engine will not start.
Structure 2021-11-30 · MC460807 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
manufacturing tolerances between the center stand and the main frame can result in excessive endplay of the center-stand pivot mount.
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 2021-07-01 · 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 27 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-03-01 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 38,400 mi“the fuel pump flange on this 2008 bmw k1200gt is leaking onto the engine below. this is a known problem with this model as seen in this link: https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/recall/bmw-fuel-flange-leak-recall-2020/ and also at the link below which shows nhtsa's letter about this problem https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2020/rcak-20v471-2669.pd…”
2015-09-24 · Power Train · 15,784 mi“first indication of the final drive failing was a clunking sound from the rear when running over expansion joints at highway speed ,5/25/12 @ 15,784 miles. there was no external oil leak. the dealer made repair at my expense. second failure on day trip 9/24/15 @ 26,687 noticed clunking riding on rough pavement coming from rear of bike,speed approxi…”
2015-03-23 · Power Train · 15,782 mi“on my way home after a 250 mile ride, about 5 miles from home when i would ride over a road seam the bike would hesitate. when i arrived home i put the bike on center stand and shook rear wheel at from the 3 to 9 o'clock positions, there was at least 3/8" of an inch play side to side and 6and 12 o'clock. there was no external oil leaking from final…”
2014-08-13 · Service Brakes · 21,330 mi“my 2008 bmw k1200gt i have owned since new and with only 21,000 miles on the odometer had its abs pump fail. when told about the issue the dealer attempted to clear the trouble codes and the brake fail light came back on. when this happens my bike has no abs which is a huge deal on 2 wheels. just this past weekend i had a deer run out in front o…”
2014-06-26 · Service Brakes · 19,935 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw k1200 gt motorcylce. the contact stated while driving 70 mph, the brake light illuminated on the instrument panel. the contact stated that while attempting to merge to the side of road, the brakes were engaged and the rear wheel seized. the dealer was contacted who stated that there was probability that the abs modul…”
2014-06-25 · Power Train · 17,162 mi“during annual inspection dealer advised there was excessive play in rear wheel, requiring replacement of final drive bearings. upon attempted removal and replacement of the crown bearings dealer determined that the axle is worn enough that the bearings fall off the axle. dealer advises the bearings should be a press fit. dealer advises replaceme…”
2014-05-30 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 6,450 mi“while riding on twisty road, motorcycle lost power, causing bike to fall into sharp turn, nearly resulting in potentially dangerous situation. this incident was due to lack of fuel resulting from faulty fuel gauge. the fuel gauge was working fine prior to incident so no history of malfunctioning fuel system. there is a known problem with these f…”
2014-04-07 · Service Brakes · 21,330 mi“the abs pump failed on my motorcycle with only 21,330 miles on it. i still have braking ability but do not have abs braking safety. there is no reason for an abs pump to fail on a bike that sees less than 5,000 miles annually. *tr…”
2013-08-08 · Service Brakes · 12,534 mi“abs module triggered a "fault" . abs immediately stopped working. ultimately, i had the unit repaired by a private company. the cause of the failure was due to stuck electrical motor brushes that activate the valve assembly. *tr…”
2013-08-03 · Service Brakes · 3,000 mi“abs system failed due to defective pump. (bmw pn 34517715109). *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.