repaired · 2022 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
2011 BMW R1200 RTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2011 BMW R1200 RT, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-060 the manufacturer reports only 43% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 20, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 BMW R1200 RT has problems
20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Fuel/propulsion system
4Fuel system, gasoline
2Exterior lighting
2Vehicle speed control
2Engine
2Electrical system
1Suspension
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2011 BMW R1200 RT 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 · 2022 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
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
2011 vs. every other R1200 RT 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 R1200 RT median. How we score
'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What R1200 RT owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
This vehicle was subject to a recall under bulletin 16 0114. The issue was a fuel pump which cracked at flanges which leaked fuel onto the hot engine, which could cause safety issues with fire. My vehicle listed above, had the fuel pump replaced with 12,505 miles on it under the recall. The…
Development of a major fuel leak after starting motorcycle, leak is coming from the high pressure fitting on the fuel pump. Very dangerous as the fuel is dripping on the hot exhaust and pooling on top of the fuel pump. Risk of fire and possibility of fuel getting on pant leg and burning riders leg.…
THROTTLE CABLE BELL CRANKS/CAMS CRACK DUE TO POOR QUALITY PLASTIC MATERIAL. THIS CAUSES MOTORCYCLE TO SUDDENLY LOSE POWER AS THE HAND THROTTLE NO LONGER WORKS AND ENGINE RETURNS TO IDLE RPM. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD AS FAILURE CAN OCCUR WHILE ENTERING TRAFFIC, TURNING THRU TRAFFIC, OR…
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