2018 BMW R1200 RTProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2018 BMW R1200 RT, most often about the engine. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 20, 2025. Updated daily.
Where the 2018 BMW R1200 RT has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2018 BMW R1200 RT recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2018 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
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What R1200 RT owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Motorcycle stops randomly and goes into Limp Mode. BMW dealer does not seem to be able to fix. This has happened several times on the freeway. very dangerous.
The contact owns a 2018 BMW R1200 RT. The contact stated while riding approximately 50 mph, the motorcycle went into a limp mode which resulted in the motorcycle losing power. The motorcycle required a restart to regain functionality. The contact stated that the check engine warning lights was…
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