2014 Bmw R 1200 Rt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (2) · Fuel/Propulsion System (2) · Vehicle Speed Control (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2021-02-08 · campaign 21V060000 · 20,963 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Suspension 2014-06-12 · campaign 14V320000 · 950 vehicles ⚠ DO NOT DRIVE
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
Risk: If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.
Service bulletins (36)
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
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.
Back Over Prevention:software 2022-10-01 · M660122 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the options in the reversing assist camera menu are greyed out and cannot be adjusted.
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.
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery 2022-05-13 · SIB610321 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
battery empty despite charger.
Showing the 6 most recent of 36 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-01-29 · Fuel/Propulsion System“i have a 2014 r1200rt that is leaking fuel because of a warped fuel tank. vin: [xxx] my dealer tells me that this was a problem on my years rt and that this can only be fixed by replacing the fuel tank. i was told that ethanol was probably the culprit in taking this tank down so quickly. i was also told that bmw redesigned the tank to alleviate…”
2023-08-18 · Unknown Or Other“motorcycle went into "limp mode" while riding. …”
2021-02-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 9,000 mi“i bought this new and i have always smelled gas especilly after a fill up. i recently had to apply the brakes very hard while travelling down the highway and fuel came out through the gas cap even though the gas cap was properly secured.…”
2015-10-08 · Vehicle Speed Control · 18,120 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2014 bmw r1200 rt motorcycle. the contact stated that while the motorcycle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, a software update was completed to improve the gear shift assistant pro feature. after the software update was performed, the contact was driving approximately 75 mph before deactivating the cruise control to …”
2014-07-09 · Suspension · 883 mi“6/11 receive email from bmw advising "stop ride". 6/23 receive email from bmw advising of 4 remedies. quickly learn that dealership cannot perform loaner bike option and dealer refuses to honor trade-in option. 6/25 i email bmw advising i am selecting buyback option. 6/26 receive email from bmw requesting documentation (bill of sale and copy of…”
2014-06-18 · Suspension · 1,285 mi“on june 5th 2014 bmw issued a stop ride notice for all 2014 r1200 rts with dynamic esa. since then bmw has not been able to produce a loaner vehicle nor a date when the affected part will be replaced. so at this point my primary vehicle is a $25,000. piece of garage art. the estimated date for parts shipment is 3 to 4 months! *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.