2008 BMW K1200 R — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 BMW K1200 R
The 2008 BMW K1200 R has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SUSPENSION:REAR. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2008 BMW K1200 R
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2008 BMW K1200 R, potentially affecting up to 31,235 vehicles.
Recall 20V471000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 16,926 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
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.
View full details →Recall 12V487000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
| 2,483 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP Limited...
Consequence: Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy: The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
View full details →Recall 10V488000 — SUSPENSION:REAR
| 11,826 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 MOTORCYCLES. THE BEARINGS COULD BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION. THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED MOVEMENT OF THE LINK LEVER.
Consequence: THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2008 BMW K1200 R
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 BMW K1200 R.
Safety Rating for the 2008 BMW K1200 R
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 BMW K1200 R in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 BMW K1200 R
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2008 BMW K1200 R. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC62813747 — ENGINE
Oil leak at theseal between the cylinder head cover and cylinder head on the right in the direction of travel. Due to retrofit of chain gauide which prevents skipping of the timing chain.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 BMW K1200 R
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW K1200 R
- 2003 BMW K1200 R — 2 complaints
- 2004 BMW K1200 R — 0 complaints
- 2005 BMW K1200 R — 1 complaint
- 2006 BMW K1200 R — 15 complaints
- 2007 BMW K1200 R — 3 complaints
- 2008 BMW K1200 R (current)
- 2009 BMW K1200 R — 0 complaints
- 2010 BMW K1200 R — 0 complaints