2014 BMW R 1200 RT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT
The 2014 BMW R 1200 RT has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, SUSPENSION. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (2 complaints), Suspension (2 complaints), and Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT, potentially affecting up to 21,913 vehicles.
Recall 21V060000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 20,963 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 14V320000 — SUSPENSION
| 950 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
Consequence: If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I have a 2014 R1200RT that is leaking fuel because of a warped fuel tank. VIN: [XXX] My dealer tells me that this was a problem on my years RT and that this can only be fixed by replacing the fuel tank. I was told that ethanol was probably the culprit in taking this tank down so quickly. I was also told that BMW redesigned the tank to alleviate the problem and that replacing the old tank with the redesigned one would take care of this. BMW Motorrad is not offering to replace this as the warranty is only for 3 years or 36,000 miles. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Motorcycle went into "limp mode" while riding.
I BOUGHT THIS NEW AND I HAVE ALWAYS SMELLED GAS ESPECILLY AFTER A FILL UP. I RECENTLY HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES VERY HARD WHILE TRAVELLING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND FUEL CAME OUT THROUGH THE GAS CAP EVEN THOUGH THE GAS CAP WAS PROPERLY SECURED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW R1200 RT MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE MOTORCYCLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, A SOFTWARE UPDATE WAS COMPLETED TO IMPROVE THE GEAR SHIFT ASSISTANT PRO FEATURE. AFTER THE SOFTWARE UPDATE WAS PERFORMED, THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH BEFORE DEACTIVATING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO DECREASE THE SPEED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL WOULD ERRONEOUSLY TURN ON INCREASING THE SPEED OF THE MOTORCYCLE. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 120 MILES OF DRIVING, THE MOTORCYCLE OPERATED AS NORMAL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,120....UPDATED 02/03/16 *BF INVALID 4/17/18*JB *TR
Safety Rating for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
MC230114 — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that the threaded fastener of the shift assistant may not have been tightened to the correct torque at the factory.
MC55813536 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW R 1200 RT
- 2009 BMW R 1200 RT — 27 complaints
- 2010 BMW R 1200 RT — 5 complaints
- 2011 BMW R 1200 RT — 14 complaints
- 2012 BMW R 1200 RT — 13 complaints
- 2013 BMW R 1200 RT — 10 complaints
- 2014 BMW R 1200 RT (current)
- 2015 BMW R 1200 RT — 3 complaints
- 2016 BMW R 1200 RT — 1 complaint