repaired · 2022 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
2008 BMW K1200 SProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 13 owner complaints about the 2008 BMW K1200 S, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 7 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 August 10, 2020. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 BMW K1200 S has problems
13 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Fuel/propulsion system
4Fuel system, gasoline1 crash/fire/injury
3Engine and engine cooling1 crash/fire/injury
2Electrical system
2Engine
2Service brakes
1Electronic stability control (ESC)
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 4 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2008 BMW K1200 S 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
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.
Show 3 more recalls
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.
no report yet
Foundation components: disc
Risk. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS, IN CONJUNCTION WITH TRAFFIC AND ROAD CONDITIONS, AND THE RIDER'S REACTIONS, COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT CONNECTING ROD AND CRANKSHAFT DAMAGE COULD OCCUR.
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
2008 vs. every other K1200 S 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 S median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08'10
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2008 BMW K1200 S, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Leak - MotorycleLed to recall 13V-617
In owners' words
What K1200 S owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
BMW K1200S 2008, ENGINE SHOTS OFF WHEN COMING TO STOP ON LOW SPEEDS. THE BIKE THEN NEEDS TO BE IN A COMPLETE STOP, SWITCH GEAR TO NEUTRAL TO RESTART. IT HAPPENS RANDOM AND COULD HAPPENED ANYWHERE. IN ONE RIDE IT HAPPENED 3 TIMES AND IT HAS HAPPENED EVERY TIME I RIDE IT SO FAR. I NEED HELP TO FIX…
THE BIKE REPEATEDLY STALLED DURING DECELERATION WITH A CLOSED THROTTLE BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. CLUTCH WAS ENGAGED. THIS HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES BEFORE AND I'VE HAD ENOUGH OF IT. I'VE READ THREADS ONLINE ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND BMW DOESN'T SEEM TO HAVE AN ANSWER (SEEMS TO DENY THE PROBLEM). THIS IS A…
FAILURE OF THE FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT INSIDE THE GASOLINE TANK CAUSED THE FUEL GAUGE TO REPORT INACCURATE FUEL LEVEL. GAUGE SAID TANK WAS HALF FULL, BUT TANK WAS EMPTY, CAUSING ENGINE TO SPUTTER AND STALL. CHECK OF TANK FUEL LEVEL WITH A FLASH LIGHT CONFIRMED TANK WAS EMPTY. ADDED GASOLINE TO TANK…
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