CarRecallWatchThe 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).
2007 BMW K1200 R Sport recalls
Fuel Pump Flange May Crack, Causing Leaks and Fire Risk
The fuel pump flange on certain BMW motorcycles that were previously repaired under recall 13V-617 with the support ring remedy may crack.
Rear Wheel Can Loosen and Cause Loss of Control
The rear wheel mounting flange, which is aluminum on the affected motorcycles, may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are overtightened.
Most common 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BMW K 1200 R SPORT MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A STRONG GASOLINE ODER COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS GASOLINE LEAKING FROM THE FUEL PUMP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V617000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,122 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 13,000.
MY FUEL GAUGE IS ONCE AGAIN READING COMPLETELY EMPTY EVEN THOUGH I'VE ONLY GONE 40 MILES ON THE CURRENT TANK WHICH HAS A RANGE OF ABOUT 240 MILES. I JUST HAD THE 5TH FUEL STRIP SENSOR IN MY TANK REPLACED BY MY LOCAL DEALER. BMW IS WELL AWARE OF THE PROBLEM YET DOES NOTHING, EXCEPT SAY THEY ARE SORRY. *JB
FUEL WAS HEMORRHAGING ALL OVER THE LEFT SIDE OF THE MOTORCYCLE WHEN I PARKED IT AFTER A SHORT RIDE. I NOTICED A TRAIL OF FUEL WHERE I WENT DOWN THE STREET. I HAD JUST TOPPED OFF AND WAS DOWN TO HALF A TANK (APPROX. 2.5 GALLONS) IN ABOUT TEN MILES. SMOKE WAS POURING OFF OF THE ENGINE AND THE SMELL OF FUEL WAS OVERWHELMING. A MAJOR FIRE/EXPLOSION WAS A REAL POSSIBILITY. AFTER COOLING THE MOTORCYCLE WITH A GARDEN HOSE AND RINSING THE FUEL AWAY, I REMOVED THE FAIRINGS AND FUEL TANK. FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL PUMP/QUICK DISCONNECT AREA. *TR
THE CLUTCH WOULD ENGAGE IN MANOR THAT CAUSED THE CLUTCH PLATED AND CLUTCH BASKET TO DETERIORATE IN A RAPID FASHION. CAUSING MIS SHIFTING THAT COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. RESULT, REPLACE WITH UPDATED CLUTCH PLATED AND UPDATED BASKET AT OWNERS EXPENSE. *TR
TOTAL ABS FAILURE, THE ABS PUMP WHEN OUT RESULTING IN NO ABS BRAKING. THIS ISSUE COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. BMW HAS BEEN MAKE AWARE OF THIS ISSUE, AND IS ADDRESSING EACH INSTANCE WITH A CASE BY CASE DECISION, THIS IS HAPPENING TO TOO MANY VEHICLES FOR IT GO UNRESOLVED BY BMW NA. *TR
2007 BMW K1200 R Sport questions
Does the 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport: Fuel Pump Flange May Crack, Causing Leaks and Fire Risk; Rear Wheel Can Loosen and Cause Loss of Control; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 BMW K1200 R Sport has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.