1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
13
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE
The 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE has received a total of 13 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit (3 complaints), Power Train (2 complaints), and Power Traindriveline (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE
13 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Traindriveline | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainmanual Transmissionfloor Shift Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 BMW K1200LTI. THE REAR WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE MOTORCYCLE WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20-25 MPH. CONSEQUENTLY HE AND THE PASSENGER WERE EJECTED FROM THE MOTORCYCLE . BOTH OCCUPANTS SUSTAINED INJURIES. THE INSURANCE COMPANY NOTIFIED THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 18,600.
THE FINAL DRIVE FAILED DUE TO THE LARGE CROWN GEAR BALL BEARING BREAKING APART LEAVING ME ON THE ROADSIDE,THIS HAPPENS TO ALOT OF BMW K 1200 LT MOTORCYCLES OWNERS AS BMW USED INFERIOR COMPONENTS AND POOR DESIGNING METHODS FOR THIS HEAVY 860 POUND MOTORCYCLE,IT USES THE SAME TYPE OF FINAL THAT IS USED FOR THE LIGHTER MOTORCYCLES ON THIS HEAVIER ONE. *TR
FINAL DRIVE ON A 1999 BMW (NOT LISTED FOR MOTORCYCLES) K1200LT FAILED WITH UNDER 45,000 MILES. *TR
FAILURE OF FINAL DRIVE ON BMW MOTORCYCLE. BIKE HAD 50,000 MILES. COST $2,000 TO REPAIR, NOT COVERED! *TR
I HAD TWO BEARING FAILURES IN THE FINAL DRIVE OF MY BMW K1200LT MOTORCYCLE. BOTH OF THESE BEARING FAILURES COULD HAVE LED TO A RUPTURE OF THE SEAL WHICH WOULD HAVE LET THE FINAL DRIVE LUBE FLOW OUT OF THE FINAL DRIVE ONTO THE REAR BRAKE AND REAR TIRE WHICH WOULD HAVE MADE THE REAR TIRE LOOSE TRACTION AND THE REAR BRAKE INOPERATIVE. THESE FAILURES CAUSED A COMPLETE FINAL DRIVE REBUILD AND REPLACEMENT OF ALL BEARINGS AND SEALS IN THE FINAL DRIVE AT A COST EXCEEDING $800.00 EACH.*JB
Safety Rating for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
#2862 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
PROBLEMS CONCERNING POOR DISENGAGEMENT WHEN SUBJECT TO HIGH HEAT LOAD AS WELL AS PREMATURE CLUTCH WEAR. *YC
NHTSA Investigations for the 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE
- 1994 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — 3 complaints
- 1995 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — 3 complaints
- 1996 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — 3 complaints
- 1997 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — 2 complaints
- 1998 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — 6 complaints
- 1999 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE (current)
- 2000 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — 14 complaints
- 2001 BMW BMW MOTORCYCLE — 1 complaint