2009 Bmw R1200 Gs problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (12) · Power Train (3) · Wheels (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
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.
Exterior Lighting:turn Signal 2017-08-21 · campaign 17E052000 · 9,000 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure, 2014-2016 S1000R, 2015-2017 R1200R, 2016-2017 R1200RS, and 2010-2017 S1000RR motorcycles. As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other drivers, and, as such, fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle S
Risk: If other drivers cannot easily see the turn signals, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service bulletins (61)
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 61 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-02-01 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 10,700 mi“i was driving my motorcycle when i noticed a gas leak coming from the fitting where the fuel line goes into the fuel pump on the left side of the gas tank. this caused gas to drip directly onto the left side exhaust manifold, which could cause a fire. in the past i had an issue with the plastic quick release fuel line cracking where it screwed …”
2018-07-31 · Electrical System · 12,500 mi“multiple fuel strp failures, resulting in loss of fuel related warnings.…”
2018-04-06 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 23,000 mi“the fuel pump flange connection is cracked and leaking fuel. there are multiple pictures videos and threads regarding recalls for the exact same fuel leak that i am experiencing on the internet. however when i called bmw of north america they tell me that my motorcycle is not included in the recall. clearly this type of fuel leak represents a f…”
2017-07-07 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 28,650 mi“i was accelerating on the on-ramp to merge in to the slow lane with heavy traffic on the 80 north bound heading home. i had just shifted the motorcycle in to 3rd gear when it lost all power and started slowing down. the next exit was not available to reach safely and my only option was to coast into the side emergency lane. as i was investigating …”
2016-05-18 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 4,700 mi“fuel level sensor failure twice. unable to determine level of fuel in take while driving and stopped. increased risk of running out of gas in traffic.…”
2014-07-07 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 3,500 mi“on four different occasions, the fuel gage has failed. twice it showed fuel while running empty, once in traffic. on two other occasions the fuel screen has gone blank. three times they have repaired it under warranty. it has now happened again. i have since heard they recalled there cars with the same problem. this could be a very dangerous probl…”
2014-07-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 22,520 mi“fuel gauge suddenly failed and gave inaccurate reading. i have had the fuel gauge replaced 4 times, most recently less than one month ago, always by a bmw dealer. that most recent gauge, installed 6/7/2014 by the dealer, failed completely, without warning, on 7/3/14 after less than 250 miles. the fuel gauge failure can lead to sudden unexpected …”
2013-10-31 · Suspension · 42,182 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw 1200 gs motorcycle. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the rear final drive bearing became separated. the contact was able to stop the motorcycle with the front brake. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the rear final bearing was replaced. the failure and current mileage was 42,182. updated…”
2013-10-30 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 20,434 mi“traveling approx 60 mph during rush hour in middle lane of three lane divided highway. fuel gauge showed two bars and display indicated approx 60 miles of range left. engine suddenly lost power. i was able to get to right shoulder when engine died and would not restart. was able to push approx 1/4 mile to exit ramp and then to fuel station. fuel ta…”
2013-08-26 · Power Train · 30,000 mi“30,000 miles, one week after dealership completed the required 30k service, driving 35-40 mph on asphalt road, felt extreme wobble on back wheel, black oil all over back rim and wheel. dealership reports the complete final drive system failed at a cost of $2500.00 to me as it just went out of warranty. this is the second major issue, esa also wen…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.