NHTSA vehicle safety data
2008 BMW K1200 R Recalls & Complaints
The 2008 BMW K1200 R has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of October 21, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized BMW dealer.
Includes campaigns NHTSA files under the spelling "K 1200 R".
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2008 BMW K1200 R. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2008 BMW K1200 R owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 BMW K1200 R, describing incidents dated June 12, 2023.
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- Tires 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11529689 · Filed
Ordered Tires on June of This Year from a Company Located in Pennsylvania called RevZilla. Ordered Front and Rear Tires for a BMW Motorcycle per Owners Manual. Received Tires, However Rear Tire Out of Date by Over 2 years. Called Manufacture of Tire in USA, and advised that Warranty now expired by…
Fuel Pump Flange may Leak
NHTSA #20V471000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported August 10, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 16,926 vehicles
Repair completion: 58.36% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified January 18, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Rear Wheel Mounting Flange may Crack
NHTSA #15V141000 · Wheels — Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs · NHTSA notice
Reported March 11, 2015 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 43,426 vehicles
Repair completion: 60.91% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified May 7, 2015 · Vehicles built January 21, 2005 – March 18, 2008 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel Pump Flange may Leak
NHTSA #13V617000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported December 12, 2013 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 50,184 vehicles
Repair completion: 59.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified April 16, 2014 · Vehicles built January 21, 2005 – March 18, 2008 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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 [email protected].
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Reduction of Front Brake System Performance
NHTSA #12V487000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA notice
Reported October 5, 2012 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 2,483 vehicles
Owners notified December 19, 2012 · Vehicles built September 1, 2006 – August 31, 2008 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP Limited Edition) motorcycles to the recall campaign, representing an additional 421 units. The total number of motorcycles being recalled is now 2,483. In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam.
Safety consequence
Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Notes
This recall is an expansion of safety recall 09V-202.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
REAR WHEEL LINKAGE
NHTSA #10V488000 · Suspension — Rear · NHTSA notice
Reported October 8, 2010 · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Potentially affected: 11,826 vehicles
Owners notified March 30, 2011 · Vehicles built May 1, 2004 – August 31, 2008 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 MOTORCYCLES. THE BEARINGS COULD BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION. THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED MOVEMENT OF THE LINK LEVER.
Safety consequence
THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Other BMW K1200 R model years
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