2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (2 reports).

3Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls

Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk

Recall 21V060Feb 8, 202120,963 vehicles affected

The fuel pump, and the auxiliary fuel pump on certain models, can crack and leak fuel while the motorcycle is being ridden.

Rear reflectors may be blocked by luggage cases, raising crash risk

Recall 17V481Jul 28, 201747,775 vehicles affected

On certain BMW motorcycles equipped with optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors can be partially blocked from view.

Front fork tube can separate, risking loss of control

Recall 17V438Jul 10, 201714,626 vehicles affected

BMW is recalling certain 2014-2017 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles because the front fork tube may separate from the pressed-in seal plug that secures it to the upper triple clamp.

Most common 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension2

What owners report

2017-11-13, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V438000(SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. A LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2017-10-15, Suspension
RECALL CAMPAIGN NO. 17V-438: FRONT FORK RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL IN AUGUST 2017 CONTACTED MY BMW DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THAT THEY WHERE NOT EXPECTING THE PART FROM BMW ANY TIME SOON TO DO THE REPAIR? MID OCTOBRE KNOW AND STILL NO RESULTS! HOW IMPORTANT MUST THIS BE FOR BMW TO TAKE ACTION? THANKS FOR LOOKING INTO THIS.

2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure questions

Does the 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure: Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk; Rear reflectors may be blocked by luggage cases, raising crash risk; Front fork tube can separate, risking loss of control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2014 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 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.

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