2010 Bmw R1200 Rt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (2) · Service Brakes (1) · Electrical System (1)
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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 (42)
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 42 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-06-20 · Service Brakes · 15,000 mi“rear brake line adapter leaking brake fluid. this is an aluminum fitting that connects the steel brake line to the flexible line going to the rear wheel. cracks formed on both threaded ends. bmw part number 34327679297. i replaced this part myself . the rear brake reservoir was empty .…”
2016-12-08 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 1,300 mi“fuel sensor shows you have fuel when it has none and let's you run out and stall in the middle of the interstate. bmw has an extended recall where they will replace the defective fuel strip with the same defective fuel strip. i have had this done for the past three years and they say they have no intentions of coming up with a replacement part that…”
2016-08-02 · Electrical System · 48,000 mi“i own a 2010 bmw r1200rt motorcycle and there is a serious safety issue with the handlebar mounted switch gear. the said components have been an issue causing inoperable high beams, cruise control, turn singles, and horn, but the real issue is the start/run switch and the intermittent failure causing a no start condition at the very least the real …”
2012-11-08 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 37,520 mi“this is the second time my motorcycle ran out of fuel even through the fuel gauge was reading 1/4 tank. it occurred at highway speeds. the engine just stops running without warning. this is the 4th time that my motorcycle fuel sensor has failed. we need bmw to recall and install a float system similar to the new models. bmw has been aware of th…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.