2008 Bmw R1200 Rt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (11) · Service Brakes (5) · Power Train (3)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
23 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
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 (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
2019-04-22 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 42,000 mi“this series of motorcycles has a common problem with cracks in the throttle pulleys on the throttle body. failure of this plastic part will result in instant loss of power. i have been reading about this problem, and decided to inspect the two throttle bodies on my motorcycle as a precaution. both of mine were cracked. one of the pulleys has three …”
2018-09-24 · Service Brakes · 30,000 mi“abs pump motor is failing on many of the same model bikes and some other 2006-2008 model bmw bikes with low mileage, because the brush holders in the abs electrical motor are too tight and brushes get stuck in them - bad design of the abs pump motor. bmw will ask you loads of monies for the replacement of the pump, even tho they are fully aware …”
2017-08-09 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 12,000 mi“fuel pump leaking from a crack in the high pressure output line sprayed gasoline on the inside of the fairing, motor and my leg. the pump sprays gasoline anytime the key is in the on position.…”
2017-03-27 · Electrical System · 35,000 mi · 🔥 fire“vehicle began exhibiting engine stalling symptoms for about a month (engine dies without warning as if ignition had been cut) during city driving, while turning and pulling into a parking space at about 5 mph, the vehicle engine quit along with instrument panel going blank. electrical smoke began to billow between the front forks. this lasted for…”
2017-01-12 · Service Brakes · 22,000 mi“the brake failure light came on, bmw shop said abs unit is bad $2000 fix. on many bmw motorcycle forums there are many abs unit failures. bmw knows about these failures but does nothing.…”
2016-10-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 6,000 mi“vehicle has 6000 miles on it. previous owner had a receipt from the dealer showing the fuel level sensor had been replaced under warranty. fuel indicator shows 1/4 tank of fuel, and engine computer shows 92 miles range. vehicle stalled at an intersection, out of fuel. i was able to push the motorcycle out of traffic, but it could have been a danger…”
2016-08-23 · Service Brakes · 29,000 mi“premature failure of the abs pump at 29k miles. vehicle was stationary. brakes still function but without abs.…”
2016-08-17 · Service Brakes · 26,000 mi“brake failure light came on while riding. investigation by mechanic shows abs has failed. bike only has 26,000 miles. this is unacceptable and should be a recall based on information and reports on the various lists and boards i participate on. fault codes 24048 (abs pump motor defective) and 24049 (power supply to pump motor faulty). this is a des…”
2016-04-20 · Service Brakes · 45,000 mi“the abs module failed while it was being driven on a highway. the dealer and bmw asked if it was parked outside and it was for a short time only. they said the module corroded. it is a sealed module and if it corroded it must have been defective in order to all the elements necessary in for it to corrode. fortunately i am a very experienced ride…”
2015-10-13 · Power Train · 16,124 mi“with just 16124 miles, my motorcycle has a final drive ring bearing failure. the bmw dealer diagnosed the problem when conducting the rear flange recall repair. this failure is so common that it has become endemic. bmw offers no help with the repair an obvious design error.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.