2010 BMW R1200 RT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2010 BMW R1200 RT has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (6 reports).

3Recalls
9Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 BMW R1200 RT 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 R1200 RT problems

Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Electrical System2
Power Train1
Service Brakes1

What owners report

2026-08-30, Fuel/Propulsion System
I own a 2010 BMW R1200RT motorcycle. The motorcycle was subject to BMW’s fuel-pump recall, and the recall repair was performed in 2014. The motorcycle has now developed a crack in the fuel-pump flange at the base of the female quick-disconnect fuel fitting. The crack is allowing gasoline to leak under pressure. The motorcycle has the metal reinforcement ring associated with the previous recall repair. This failure is particularly concerning because the fuel-pump flange and quick-disconnect area were the subject of BMW’s previous safety recall involving cracking and fuel leakage. I understand that my motorcycle may not currently be listed as subject to BMW’s later 20V-471 recall beca
2020-09-19, Fuel/Propulsion System
I HAVE A 2010, R1200RT MOTORCYCLE THAT IS SPRAYING LARGE AMOUNTS OF ATOMIZED GAS OUT FROM THE TOP OF THE PLASTIC FUEL PUMP HOUSING FROM A HAIRLINE CRACK NEAR THE HIGH PRESSURE OUTLET. THE HOUSING IS A NON WEAR PART. IN LOOKING AT THE RECALLS I SEE THAT ON DECEMBER 12, 2013 THERE WAS A RECALL CAMPAIGN (NHTSA # 13V617000) ON FUEL LEAKS FOR MY MOTORCYCLE THAT DESCRIBES MY ISSUE EXACTLY. I REQUESTED THAT BMW TAKE ACTION AND FIX THE PROBLEM FREE OF CHARGE. THEY HAVE REFUSED. I BELIEVE THAT THEIR SCOPE ANALYSIS OF THE VINS WITH THIS PROBLEM WAS TOO NARROW. I SEE THAT I WILL NOW BE THE 4TH COMPLAINT FILED THIS YEAR AND IS A PATTERN THAT NEEDS ADDRESSED. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THERE IS A VERY DANGEROUS
2019-06-20, Service Brakes
REAR BRAKE LINE ADAPTER LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THIS IS AN ALUMINUM FITTING THAT CONNECTS THE STEEL BRAKE LINE TO THE FLEXIBLE LINE GOING TO THE REAR WHEEL. CRACKS FORMED ON BOTH THREADED ENDS. BMW PART NUMBER 34327679297. I REPLACED THIS PART MYSELF . THE REAR BRAKE RESERVOIR WAS EMPTY .
2019-05-28, Fuel/Propulsion System
THE FUEL GAUGE MISREAD THE ACTUAL AMOUNT OF FUEL IN MY TANK CAUSING ME TO RUN OUT OF GAS AT A DANGEROUS INTERSECTION. I HAD TO GET OFF THE MOTORCYCLE AND PUSH IT ACROSS ONCOMING TRAFFIC (THE ONLY DOWNHILL OPTION) TO A SAFE PLACE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I HAD TO WALK FOR 2 MILES TO PURCHASE A GAS CAN AND FUEL IN ORDER TO RESTART AND MOVE THE BIKE. THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME MY GAS GAUGE FAILED. THE SENSOR FOR THE GAS GAUGE HAS NOW FAILED 3 TIMES. THE SECOND TIME I WAS ABLE TO COAST UP A DRIVEWAY HILL INTO A SAFE CHURCH PARKING LOT. THIS WAS SO LUCKY AS NO SHOULDER WAS AVAILABLE. RECENTLY, THE THIRD TIME IT FAILED I NOTICED THE FUEL GAGE WAS ACTUALLY GOING UP AS I WAS OPERATING THE VEHICL
2017-02-07, Electrical System
FUEL GAUGE FAILURE COMMON PROBLEM ON THIS MOTORCYCLE GAUGE FAILED WHILE TRAVLING.

2010 BMW R1200 RT questions

Does the 2010 BMW R1200 RT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 BMW R1200 RT: 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 R1200 RT?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (6), Electrical System (2), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 BMW R1200 RT 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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