Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 BMW R 1200 RT
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 BMW R 1200 RT has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 36 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 19 complaints
- Power Train 8 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Service Brakes 2 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 2 complaints
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2009 BMW R 1200 RT has several notable recalls, including critical components like the fuel pump, brake lines, and wheel components. The frequency of fuel system complaints is high, which indicates potential reliability issues. Additionally, brake and powertrain issues further contribute to a below-average reliability rating.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| fuel pump | 30,000–50,000 miles | $400–$700 | very common |
| brake lines | 20,000–40,000 miles | $150–$300 | common |
| transmission | 40,000–60,000 miles | $1,200–$2,000 | occasional |
| electrical system | 50,000–70,000 miles | $250–$600 | occasional |
| wheel bolts | 20,000–30,000 miles | $50–$200 | rare |
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 changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Fuel system inspection
- Valve adjustment
- Drive shaft lubrication
- Tire replacement
- Battery checkup
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Fuel odor or leaks
- Soft brake lever feel
- Unusual transmission noises
- Intermittent electrical failures
- Unstable wheel behavior
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 BMW R 1200 RT at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.