2010 BMW R 1200 R Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2010 BMW R 1200 R has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (3 reports).

3Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 BMW R 1200 R recalls

Fuel Pump Flange May Crack, Causing Leaks and Fire Risk

Recall 20V471Aug 10, 202016,926 vehicles affected

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

Recall 15V141Mar 11, 201543,426 vehicles affected

The rear wheel mounting flange, which is aluminum on the affected motorcycles, may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are overtightened.

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Recall 13V617Dec 12, 201350,184 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 BMW R 1200 R problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Fuel System, Gasoline1

What owners report

2026-09-16, Fuel/Propulsion System
This motorcycle is a 2010 BMW R1200 which had a safety recall of 20V-471. This recall covered this make, model and year of this motorcycle from the recall initiated on XXX. This motorcycle went into MAX BMW Motorcycles on XXX and they inspected the fuel pump and reported no leaks at that time. They did not replace the fuel pump. However the fuel pump is leaking so I would like to have this replaced under the recall.
2021-12-03, Fuel/Propulsion System
Experienced a catastrophic failure of the throttle body cable cam mechanism on the throttle body of the motorcycle. In fact, both cams (2-cylinder motorcycle) are made of plastic, which degrades over time, and failed simultaneously, leaving me without the use of the throttle. This can be a catastrophic failure if happens at highway speeds or heavy traffic. Luckily for me, it happened close to home and I was able to push the bike home. As this is a frequent and common occurrence for BMW motorcycles equipped with BING carburetors with a plastic cam mechanism, it would seem appropriate to enact a recall for affected models.
2013-09-05, Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL STRIP FAILED FOR 3RD TIME. COMPUTER NO LONGER DISPLAYS MILES TO EMPTY AND LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. MANUFACTURER SHOULD RETROFIT WITH SAME SYSTEM THEY USE ON OTHER MODELS WITH SAME ENGINE. *JB
2013-08-19, Fuel/Propulsion System
FUEL STRIP FAILURE (MEASURES THE AMOUNT OF FUEL IN THE GAS TANK). FUEL GAGE WAS EITHER OFF OR INCORRECT. COMPUTER COULD NOT CALCULATE DISTANCE TO EMPTY. IT WAS REPLACED AT DEALER. FAILED AGAIN AT 9/10/2012 AT 30,000 MILES. *TR

2010 BMW R 1200 R questions

Does the 2010 BMW R 1200 R have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 BMW R 1200 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. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW R 1200 R?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (3), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 BMW R 1200 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.

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