NHTSA recalls & complaints · 2006–2008

BMW R 1200 S recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints for the BMW R 1200 S, covering model years 2006 to 2008. Fuel/Propulsion System is the component owners name most often.

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

Decode your BMW R 1200 S VIN

See the model year, plant and build details of one vehicle, then the recalls for its exact year.

4 recall campaigns on file
5 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
3 model years with data (2006–2008)

top component: Fuel/Propulsion System (2 complaints)
latest recall 20V471000 (reported Aug 10, 2020)

0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

BMW R 1200 S complaints by model year

1 model year · NHTSA complaints

All 5 complaints are for the 2007 model year.

BMW R 1200 S complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death

BMW R 1200 S complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model year	Complaints	Reporting a crash	Reporting a fire	Reporting an injury	Reporting a death
2007	5	0	0	0	0

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

Most-reported BMW R 1200 S components

top 4 · NHTSA categories

Fuel/Propulsion System is the component named most often, in 2 complaints (40.0% of all 5), followed by Electrical System (1) and Engine and Engine Cooling (1).

Components named most often in BMW R 1200 S complaints (top 4)

Components named most often in BMW R 1200 S complaints (top 4)
Component	Complaints	Share of complaints
Fuel/Propulsion System	2	40.0%
Electrical System	1	20.0%
Engine and Engine Cooling	1	20.0%
Fuel System, Gasoline	1	20.0%

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 S recalls

4 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name R 1200 S, newest first. The 4 campaigns cover model years 2006 to 2008. The 2007 model year appears in the most campaigns (4).

4 recall campaigns

BMW R 1200 S recall campaigns covering each model year
2006: 1 campaign	2007: 4 campaigns	2008: 1 campaign

Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

NHTSA campaign 20V471000
Reported Aug 10, 2020
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Model years 2006–2008
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
NHTSA campaign 15V141000
Reported Mar 11, 2015
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Model year 2007
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
NHTSA campaign 13V617000
Reported Dec 12, 2013
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Model year 2007
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
NHTSA campaign 06V399000
Reported Oct 18, 2006
Power Train
Model year 2007
On certain motorcycles, during assembly, the final-drive assembly o-ring may not have been installed correctly. A leak may occur at the location of this o-ring which is near the rear brake disc.
Consequence:
If a leak were to occur, oil could come into contact with the rear brake disc, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will install a new o-ring in the final-drive assembly. The recall began on October 27, 2006. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
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
Field	What it tells you
Campaign number	NHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
Component	The system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
Summary	What the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
Consequence	The safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
Remedy	What 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 S questions

4 questions

How many recalls does the BMW R 1200 S have?

NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recall campaigns for the BMW R 1200 S, covering model years 2006 to 2008. The most recent, 20V471000, was reported on August 10, 2020 and is filed under “Fuel system, gasoline”. The 2007 model year is covered by the most campaigns (4).

What is the most common BMW R 1200 S complaint?

Fuel/Propulsion System is the component named most often: 2 complaints, or 40.0% of all 5. Electrical System (1) and Engine and Engine Cooling (1) 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 S?

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 S complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 5 complaints, 0 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 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.

8 models · most complaints first

The BMW models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the BMW VIN decoder with every BMW model page, WMI code and VIN note.

BMW X5 1999–2026 · 103 recalls · 3,138 complaints
BMW 328i 1996–2016 · 27 recalls · 2,576 complaints
BMW X3 2004–2026 · 60 recalls · 1,989 complaints
BMW 325i 1995–2012 · 20 recalls · 1,281 complaints
BMW Z4 2002–2023 · 28 recalls · 1,280 complaints
BMW 3 Series 1995–2023 · 8 recalls · 841 complaints
BMW 528i 1997–2016 · 14 recalls · 831 complaints
BMW 330i 1999–2026 · 38 recalls · 813 complaints

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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.