CarRecallWatchThe 2006 BMW K1200 R has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (8 reports).
2006 BMW K1200 R 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 2006 BMW K1200 R problems
Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
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 is leaking pretty bad. Was the improved part installed? If so, Is the improved part also faulty?
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 TO RESTART THE BIKE QUICKLY AS IT SEEMS TO NEED 30 SECONDS TO 2 MINUTES TO "REST" BEFORE PRESSING THE IGNITION BUTTON WILL DO ANYTHING. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME AT LOW SPEEDS AND AT HIGH SPEEDS BUT TYPICALLY UNDER SIMILAR CONDITIONS. IT OCCURS WHEN THE BIKE HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR 30 MINUTES PLUS AND IS MORE PROBLEMATIC WHEN TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE 80 DEGREES. ON MOST RIDES, IT DOES NOT HAPPEN AT ALL.
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
WHEN I WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION I NOTICED A VERY STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM MY MOTORCYCLE. I LOOKED FOR LIQUID FUEL LEAKING TO THE GROUND BUT FOUND NONE. I WAS VERY NEAR HOME, SO I RETURNED AND REMOVED THE BODY PANELS TO EXAMINE THE FUEL SYSTEM. I FOUND FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK/PUMP CAP DOWN ONTO THE TOP OF THE ENGINE AND ALTERNATOR. I REMOVED THE TANK AND EXAMINED THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY AND FOUND MULTIPLE CRACKS RADIATING OUTWARD FROM THE PUMP OUTLET CONNECTOR. THE PLASTIC USED FOR THE FUEL PUMP CAP DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE HOLDING UP OVER TIME AND HAS CAUSED A FUEL LEAK THAT COULD CAUSE A FIRE WHEN IT COMES IN CONTACT WITH THE ALTERNATOR. THIS IS THE SECOND FUEL LEAK I HAVE HA
THERE ARE SEVERAL CRACKS ON THE FLANGE WHERE FUEL LINE HAS A CONNECTION. THESE CRACKS ARE CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK ONTO THE MOTOR AND ALTERNATOR CREATING A FIRE HAZARD. FUEL ALSO POOLS IN AREAS WITH SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS WHERE FUEL WASN'T MEANT TO BE STORED. I HAVE NO DOUBT THAT THIS WOULD EVENTUALLY LEAD TO A FIRE THAT MOST LIKELY WOULD LEAD TO SEVERE BODILY HARM OR DEATH! IT APPEARS BMW IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM ALSO AS THEY HAVE UPDATED THIS PART AS WELL BUT HAVEN'T ISSUED A RECALL YET EVEN THOUGH ITS UNDER INVESTIGATION. ALL EVIDENCE SHOWS THAT BMW IS AWARE OF THESE INHERENT DESIGN FLAWS IN THIS MODEL MOTORCYCLE BUT REFUSES TO ISSUE A RECALL PUTTING THE PUBLIC AS RISK. I BELIEVE THE NHTSA N
2006 BMW K1200 R questions
Does the 2006 BMW K1200 R have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2006 BMW K1200 R: 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; Suspension:Rear; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW K1200 R?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (8), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 BMW K1200 R 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.