CarRecallWatchThe 2005 BMW R 1200 ST has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).
2005 BMW R 1200 ST 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 2005 BMW R 1200 ST problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
THROTTLE CABLE BELL CRANKS CRACK DUE TO POOR QUALITY PLASTIC MATERIAL. THIS CAUSES MOTORCYCLE TO SUDDENLY LOSE POWER AS HAND THROTTLE NO LONGER WORKS, AND ENGINE RETURNS TO IDLE SPEED. THIS CAN LEAD TO A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD IF THIS OCCURS ON HIGH SPEED ROADWAYS, FREEWAY ETC. MY VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED WHEN THE CRACKS (AND IMPENDING FAILURE) WERE NOTICED BY SERVICE PERSONNEL.
FUEL LEAKS FROM THE FRONT LEFT SIDE OF THE MOTORCYCLE DRIPPING ONTO THE CYLINDER HEAD AND EXHAUST PIPE. THE SOURCE OF THE LEAK IS THE QUICK DISCONNECT FITTING AT THE FUEL PUMP. *TR
1) SMELLED FUEL WHILE RIDING, SAW FUEL LEAKING ONTO HOT MOTOR, STOPPED IMMEDIATELY. 2) A PLASTIC QUICK-DISCONNECT COUPLER HAD CRACKED ALLOWING FUEL AT HIGH PRESSURE TO SPRAY ONTO HOT MOTORCYCLE ENGINE. AIR COOLED MOTOR, EXTREME FIRE RISK. 3) BMW PART # IS 13537674765, MADE BY COLDER PRODUCTS COMPANY. PART IS PLASTIC, BECOMES BRITTLE AND CRACKS OR BREAKS OFF ON THE MALE SIDE OF CONNECTOR. THERE ARE TWO LINES (FEED & RETURN) SECOND PLASTIC COUPLER BROKE OFF DURING DISASSEMBLY. CPC ALSO MAKES THE EXACT SAME QUICK- COUPLER IN CHROME PLATED BRASS, I REPLACED BOTH PLASTIC CONNECTORS WITH METAL ONES. TOTAL COST OF REPAIR WAS LESS THAN $100 INCLUDING NEW CLAMPS & O-RINGS. I HAVE THE OLD P
I OWN A 2005 BMW R1200ST MOTORCYCLE, IT HAS 28,837 MILES ON IT AND THE QUICK DISCONNECTS FOR THE FUEL TANK ARE PLASTIC AND WILL/DO BREAK UNEXPECTEDLY. THUS UPON NOTICING THIS CONDITION I PROCEEDED TO REPLACE THE PLASTIC WITH STEEL PARTS WHERE AS WHEN THE MALE TO FEMALE THREADED PLUG WAS CHANGED THE PLASTIC FUEL PUMP HOUSING CRACKED AND RENDERED THE MOTORCYCLE INOPERABLE UNTIL A REPLACEMENT FUEL PUMP CAN BE SHIPPED FROM GERMANY.THIS TRANSFERS THE FUEL UNDER PRESSURE TO THE EFI AND WHEN TURNED ON WITH THE CRACK SPRAYS/LEAKS FUEL OVER THE SIDE OF THE MOTORCYCLE ONTO THE HOT EXHAUST. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TRAILERED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE PART WAS ORDERED FROM GERMANY WITH A TWO WEEK WAIT AT THE PR
BMW 2005 R1200ST FINAL DRIVE FAILURE. *TR
2005 BMW R 1200 ST questions
Does the 2005 BMW R 1200 ST have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2005 BMW R 1200 ST: 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:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 BMW R 1200 ST?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 BMW R 1200 ST 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.