CarRecallWatchThe 2007 BMW R1200 GS has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (19 reports).
2007 BMW R1200 GS 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 R1200 GS problems
Problem areas named in the 42 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 19 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
When starting the bike, suddenly fuel started dripping down onto the front wheel and onto the exhaust. I noticed the fuel on the suction side (right side) of the gas tank pooling up and spraying out. Upon disassembly, the male 90 degree fuel quick disconnect (replacement part number BMW 13537674765) came apart when trying to release the hose from the female coupling. Replacing the connector and the clamp resolved the issue and fuel is no longer leaking. The last time this area was serviced was in 2014 when one of the other fuel tank recalls was completed and a reinforcement ring was installed on the flange at this location to prevent the flange itself from cracking, but in this instance it w
DRIVE SHAFT FAILURE WHICH TOOK OUT THE SWING ARM WHILE DOING SPEED OF 35-45 MPH ON BACK COUNTRY ROAD. IF ON HIGHWAY OR INCREASES SPEED, INCIDENT MAY CAUSE LOSS OF LIFE
THE FUEL PUMP ON THE MOTORCYCLE IS LEAKING AND SPRAYING GAS ALL OVER ME WHEN I DRIVE
AFTER STARTING THE BIKE AND ALLOWING IT TO WARM UP, I NOTICED A LARGE PUDDLE FORMING UNDER THE FRONT OF THE BIKE. UPON CLOSER INSPECTION I FOUND THE FUEL LINE QUICK CONNECT TO THE FUEL PUMP HAD SPLIT AND SPRAYING FUEL WHEN UNDER PRESSURE. THIS WAS DRIPPING DOWN ONTO THE HOT HEADER.
DO NUMBENOT R, INCLUDE VEHICLE ANY IDENTIFICATION PERSONAL NUMBER INFORMATION (VIN), ETC ... ). L SECURITY/DRIVER LICENSE THE RECALL FUEL FOR THIS PUMP ISSUE, RUPTURED BUT AND BMW BEGAN FEELS THAT SHOOTING IF THEY GASOLINE REPLACED ALL THE OVER FLANGE, MY LEG THERE AS I IS WAS NO NEED RIDING TO HOME. REPLACE THE APPARENTLY PUMP THERE AND IS THEY AN HAVE EXISTING HOME. SATISFIED THE RECALL. THE RECALL WAS ISSUED IN 2014 AS RECALL 13V-617. MY LEFT LEG WAS SOAKED IN GASOLINE BY THE TIME I GOT HOME. *BF 'PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'*JB
2007 BMW R1200 GS questions
Does the 2007 BMW R1200 GS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2007 BMW R1200 GS: 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; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW R1200 GS?
Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (19), Service Brakes (8), Fuel System, Gasoline (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 BMW R1200 GS 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.