repaired · 2022 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
2006 BMW K1200 RProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2006 BMW K1200 R, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-471 the manufacturer reports only 47% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 10, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2006 BMW K1200 R has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Fuel/propulsion system
3Power train
3Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
2Electrical system
1Fuel system, gasoline
1Engine
1Service brakes, air
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2006 BMW K1200 R recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. 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…
repaired · 2015 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
no report yet
Suspension: rear
Risk. THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Show 2 more recalls
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A PRESSURE BUILD UP IN THE OIL TANK COULD CAUSE IT TO RUPTURE, ALLOWING OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE REAR TIRE.
no report yet
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Risk. TEMPORARY LOSS OF ABS BRAKING COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2006 vs. every other K1200 R year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the K1200 R median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2006 BMW K1200 R, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Leak - MotorycleLed to recall 13V-617
In owners' words
What K1200 R owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My motorcycle developed a large fuel leak running over the hot engine. i found the leak to be coming from the fitting where the fuel line attaches at the fuel pump. This motorcycle already had a repair several thousand miles ago for the same issue. Apparently it wasn't fixed. correctly because it…
I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THIS ISSUE MULTIPLE TIMES TO MULTIPLE BMW DEALERS AND ALL ACT LIKE THEY'VE NEVER HEARD OF WHAT I AM DESCRIBING. IT'S ALL OVER THE MESSAGE BOARDS AND THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WITH THIS PROBLEM. ENGINE CUTS OFF WHEN THE CLUTCH IS PULLED IN AND THE IDOL DROPS. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT…
FUEL STRIP INSIDE FUEL TANK THAT SENDS FUEL LEVEL INDICATIONS FAILED. THIS IS THE 4TH STRIP IN 3 YEARS. THIS PROBLEM IS PRESENT IN SEVERAL BMW MOTORCYCLES BUILT FROM 2005 TO PRESENT. *TR
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