Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2007 BMW R 1200 RT
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 BMW R 1200 RT has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 52 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #20V471000 Fuel Pump Flange may Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V141000 Rear Wheel Mounting Flange may Crack NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V617000 Fuel Pump Flange may Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V276000 FRONT BRAKE LINES NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V256000 FRONT BRAKE LINES NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 28 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 9 complaints
- Power Train 7 complaints
- Service Brakes 6 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3 complaints
Together, the 52 complaints on file report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$7,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2007 BMW R 1200 RT faces significant reliability issues, with recalls highlighting problems in brakes, fuel pump, and wheel fasteners. Complaints are notably high in other areas, suggesting additional concerns.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| brake lines | 30,000–50,000 miles | $300–$800 | very common |
| fuel pump flange | 40,000–60,000 miles | $400–$900 | common |
| wheel fasteners | 50,000–70,000 miles | $200–$500 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Tire replacement
- Brake fluid flush
- Drive belt check
- Valve adjustment
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Brake fluid leaks
- Fuel smell near the bike
- Unusual vibration in wheels
- Soft brake pedal
- Erratic engine performance
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 BMW R 1200 RT at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.