2008 Bmw R 1200 Rt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (4) · Fuel System, Gasoline (2) · Wheels (1)
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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 (56)
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 56 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-04-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System“the bike is a 2008 bmw r1200rt. the throttle bodies for each cylinder has a plastic cam that is the point of attachment for the throttle cable. that plastic cam broke and completely detached from the bike. i was accelerating to merge into traffic on interstate 64e at corydon, in. once established in the right lane, the bike suddenly lost power and …”
2021-08-24 · Fuel/Propulsion System“my forth vehicle with throttle body cams that are cracked and broken on both sides. no symptoms or warning lights of a problem that could have lead to a catastrophic failure, total engine propulsion failure, breakdown. my safety and others were in danger of injury or death. dealer has confirmed and repaired all vehicles.…”
2021-07-04 · Fuel/Propulsion System“this is a two-cylinder engine with an independent throttle body for each cylinder. the throttle is actuated by a cable and pulley which rotate the throttle plate on a shaft. the pulley is attached to the shaft with molded plastic. upon inspection during service, both plastic moldings (both cylinders) were discovered to be cracked and near failure. …”
2015-05-18 · Wheels“tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw r 1200 rt motorcycle. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v141000 (wheels); however, the manufacturer and dealer refused to honor the remedy which mentioned the replacement of the aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one. the dealer only wanted to inspect the vehicle. the manufacturer was…”
2014-01-02 · Service Brakes · 44,511 mi“the abs and rear braking system failed. this was indicated by an instrument panel red warning light, "brake failure". as a result of this failure, the rear wheel brake did not operate as designed (integral brakes) and the abs system was non-functional. the scanned codes state that the power supply to pump motor is faulty. *tr…”
2013-02-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 7,864 mi“fuel gauge failed, warning light constantly on. bike could run out of fuel in traffic with no warning causing dangerous situation. *tr…”
2012-02-08 · Power Train“i am writing in response to your investigation concerning bmw motorcycle final drive failures and wish provide supporting information. i have a 2008 bmw r1200rt (vin [xxx]) in which the final drive developed significant roughness in the rear wheel rotation and pronounced rumbling noise at highway speeds at about 22,000 miles (early 2011). i contin…”
2012-01-30 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 20,000 mi“cracked fuel pump inlet bushing. *tt…”
2012-01-21 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 27,750 mi“fuel control housing cracked and leaked fuel all over the place including my leg. while under pressure. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.