BMW R 1200 GS problems & recalls

Problem: 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.

Problem: 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 have a fuel pump flange that may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak while the engine is running.

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.

Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2013-2017 f800r and f800gt motorcycles, 2014-2018 r1200gs and r1200gs adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 s1000xr motorcycles and 2015-2017 r1200r and r1200rs, 2008-2012 f650gs, 2008-2018 f800gs, and 2014-2017 f800gs adventure motorcycles. when equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. the aluminum case mounts for the r1200gs and r1200gs adventure may also partially block the reflectors. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. the recall began october 16, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014-2017 bmw r1200gs and bmw r1200gs adventure motorcycles. the motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.

Risk: If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. a fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall began august 31, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Problem: 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.

Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2013 r 1200 gs motorcycles manufactured november 2012 through august 2013. pressure inside the transmission may cause the transmission output seal to be pushed out of place.

Risk: If the output seal ring is pushed out of its proper position, oil may leak from the transmission onto the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will fit a bracket to prevent the transmission seal from being pushed out of position, free of charge. the recall began on june 17, 2014. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Problem: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2013 c 600 sport, c 650 gt, f 700 gs, f 800 gs, f 800 gs adventure, f 800 gt, r 1200 r and r1200 gs motorcycles. water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.

Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. the recall began on april 8, 2014. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Problem: 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.

Problem: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2013 r1200 gs motorcycles manufactured january 9, 2013, through february 8, 2013. due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.

Risk: If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on april 22 and april 23, 2013. therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. owners may call bmw at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com.

Problem: 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.

Problem: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 r1200 gs motorcycles manufactured between august 2006 and january 2008. the sealing of the fuel pump control unit housing might be insufficient and water could intrude into the control unit housing creating a humid atmosphere. under such conditions, the fuel pump could corrode and then fail.

Risk: Failure of the fuel pump will cause inadequate fuel to reach the engine and cause the engine to stop running. a loss of engine power without warning could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners and replace the fuel pump control unit free of charge. the safety recall began on november 9, 2009. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Problem: Bmw is recalling model year 2008 r1200 gs and r1200 gs adventure motorcycles. in certain situations, such as high generator speeds combined with large demands for electrical current, spurious signals could emerge within the motorcycle's electrical system. if this were to occur, it could affect the pressure sensor signals of the anti-lock brake system (abs) control unit. if this happened, the abs could switch off; however, in such a situation, a warning lamp would illuminate. normal braking would still be available to slow and stop the motorcycle.

Risk: Any time vehicle control is compromised a crash may occur.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the necessary components free of charge. the recall began on october 26, 2009. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.