Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2012 BMW R1200 GS
NHTSA data on file today
The 2012 BMW R1200 GS has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21V060000 Fuel Pump Flange May Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17E052000 Accessory Turn Signals Non-Compliant/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 4 complaints
- Power Train 3 complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 1 complaint
- Fuel System, Gasoline 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
Together, the 10 complaints on file report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2012 BMW R1200 GS shows limited data with just 10 complaints and 2 recalls. The most notable issue involves the fuel system, which has been recalled and received several complaints. Additionally, there are minor concerns with the powertrain and engine. Overall, the vehicle appears to be reasonably reliable based on this limited information.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 20,000–40,000 miles | $300–$800 | common |
| Powertrain | 30,000–50,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| Engine | 40,000–60,000 miles | $1,000–$3,000 | 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 change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Tire replacement
- Battery check and replacement
- Coolant system check
- Spark plug replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Fuel smell or leaks
- Transmission issues
- Unusual engine noises
- Vibration or instability while riding
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2012 BMW R1200 GS at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.