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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns and 72 owner complaints for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure, covering model years 2005 to 2018. The 2007 model year drew the most complaints (23), and Fuel/Propulsion System is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 12 recall campaigns on file
  • 72 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 14 model years with data (2005–2018)
  • most complaints: 2007 (23 for that model year)
  • top component: Fuel/Propulsion System (23 complaints)
  • latest recall 21V060000 (reported Feb 8, 2021)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a fire (1.4%)
  • 1 complaint reporting an injury (1.4%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints by model year

10 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2007 model year has the most complaints: 23 of 72, or 31.9%. Next come 2008 (18) and 2009 (7). The fewest are for 2018, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2006–2018Column chart of 72 complaints across 13 model years. The highest is 2007 with 23. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2006: 5 complaints520062007: 23 complaints2320072008: 18 complaints1820082009: 7 complaints720092010: 2 complaints220102011: 0 complaints20112012: 3 complaints320122013: 0 complaints20132014: 2 complaints220142015: 4 complaints420152016: 0 complaints20162017: 7 complaints720172018: 1 complaint12018
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200650000
2007230010
2008180100
200970000
201020000
201230000
201420000
201540000
201770000
201810000
All model years720110

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported BMW R 1200 GS Adventure components

top 14 · NHTSA categories

Fuel/Propulsion System is the component named most often, in 23 complaints (31.9% of all 72), followed by Service Brakes (15) and Fuel System, Gasoline (13).

Components named most often in BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints (top 14)
Components named most often in BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints (top 14)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Fuel/Propulsion System2331.9%
Service Brakes1520.8%
Fuel System, Gasoline1318.1%
Power Train912.5%
Electrical System34.2%
Engine22.8%
Fuel System, Other22.8%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic22.8%
Structure22.8%
Suspension22.8%
Tires22.8%
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility11.4%
Seats11.4%
Unknown or Other11.4%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls

12 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name R 1200 GS Adventure, newest first. The 12 campaigns cover model years 2005 to 2017. The 2008 model year appears in the most campaigns (7).

  • 12 recall campaigns
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recall campaigns covering each model year
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2005: 2 campaigns2006: 5 campaigns2007: 5 campaigns2008: 7 campaigns2009: 4 campaigns
2010: 3 campaigns2011: 3 campaigns2012: 1 campaign2013: 1 campaign2014: 3 campaigns2015: 2 campaigns2016: 2 campaigns2017: 2 campaigns
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 21V060000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model years 2011–2014

    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.

    Consequence:
    A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 20V471000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model years 2005–2011

    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.

    Consequence:
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    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.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 17V481000

    Reported

    Equipment

    Model years 2014–2017

    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."

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

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 17V438000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front

    Model years 2014–2017

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 15V141000

    Reported

    Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs

    Model years 2006–2010

    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.

    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.
    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.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 13V617000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model years 2006–2011

    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.

    Consequence:
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
    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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 10V276000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Model years 2007–2009

    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.

    Consequence:
    If this goes unnoticed, and the brake fluid reservoir runs empty, the front brakes could fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  8. NHTSA campaign 10V275000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

    Model years 2005–2007

    BMW is recalling certain 2005 through 2007 R 1200 GS Adventure motorcycles manufactured from December 7, 2005 through September 26, 2007. The fuel tank front attachment bolts can work loose allowing the bolts to come into contact with the fork leg if the handlebar is turned a significant amount.

    Consequence:
    This could limit the travel range of the handlebars which could affect handling and maneuverability of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    BMW will notify owners and dealers will repair motorcycles by further securing the bolts using loctite. The repair will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on August 30, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  9. NHTSA campaign 09V129000

    Reported

    Electrical System

    Model year 2008

    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.

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

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  10. NHTSA campaign 08V290000

    Reported

    Power Train › Manual Transmission

    Model year 2008

    BMW is recalling 46 MY 2008 R1200 r, R1200 GS, and R1200 GS adventure motorcycles. Due to a material defect in the intermediate shaft of the transmission, the shaft could break. If this occurred, it is possible for the transmission to seize.

    Consequence:
    If this happened, lock-up of the rear tire could occur. It is also possible for the transmission housing to break. If this happened, oil could leak onto the rear whee, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the gearbox. The recall began during August 2008. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-331-1117.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

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  1. NHTSA campaign 08V254000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Model year 2008

    BMW is recalling 4,922 MY 2007-2008 R1200R, MY 2006-2007 R1200 GS, MY 2007 R1200 st, and MY 2008 R1200 GS adventure motorcycles. Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, the brake lines could be under strain. If the vibration/strain is significant, the brake lines could split and start to develop a leak. If the leak became significant, brake fluid could escape. If this happened, the level of fluid in the reservoir of the front brake system could drop.

    Consequence:
    If fluid level drops significantly, the front brakes could fail increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and install new brake lines with a modified routing free of charge. The recall began during August 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 06V486000

    Reported

    Tires › Valve

    Model year 2006

    On certain motorcycles, the tire inflation valve hole in the rim of the cross-spoke wheel which is equipped with the optional tire pressure monitoring system (TPM) was incorrectly manufactured. A leak may develop at this location possibly causing sudden deflation of the tire.

    Consequence:
    If this happened, motorcycle handling and control would be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will temporarily deactivate the TPM system, remove the corresponding valves and integral TPM sensors, and then replace them with standard valves. When a permanent repair is available, owners will be notified to bring their vehicles in for reactivation of the TPM system and replacement of the integral TPM sensors and valves. The recall began on January 12, 2007. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-331-1117.

    Filed by BMW of North America, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have?

NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recall campaigns for the BMW R 1200 GS Adventure, covering model years 2005 to 2018. The most recent, 21V060000, was reported on February 8, 2021 and is filed under “Fuel system, gasoline”. The 2008 model year is covered by the most campaigns (7).

Which BMW R 1200 GS Adventure model year has the most complaints?

The 2007 model year, with 23 of the 72 complaints in NHTSA’s file (31.9%). The next are 2008 (18) and 2009 (7). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaint?

Fuel/Propulsion System is the component named most often: 23 complaints, or 31.9% of all 72. Service Brakes (15) and Fuel System, Gasoline (13) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a BMW dealer.

How many BMW R 1200 GS Adventure complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 72 complaints, 0 report a crash, 1 a fire, 1 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.