CarRecallWatchThe 2013 BMW R1200 RT has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).
2013 BMW R1200 RT recalls
Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk
The fuel pump, and the auxiliary fuel pump on certain models, can crack and leak fuel while the motorcycle is being ridden.
Most common 2013 BMW R1200 RT problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
The throttle body has plastic pulleys for the throttle flapper cam. These plastic parts fail. My motorcycle lost power in freeway traffic and I nearly was ran over by traffic when this part failed.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW R 1200. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V060000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A local dealer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that they were awaiting parts from the manufacturer vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
RIGHT-SIDE SWINGARM PIVOT PIN BOLTS LOOSEN
FUEL PUMP FLANGE CRACKED, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKING DOWN THE SIDE OF THE BIKE AND ONTO HOT COMPONENTS WHILE RIDING OR AT IDLE. SAFETY HAZARD AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBLY RESULTING IN FIRE AND PERSONAL INJURY.
WHILE RIDING MOTORCYCLE THERE WAS A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE U-JOINT/DRIVE SHAFT CAUSING THE MOTORCYCLE TO STOP WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. REAR WHEEL SUBSEQUENTLY LOCKED UP. DAMAGE WAS CAUSED TO THE SWING ARM BY THE DRIVE SHAFT. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS SMOKING DUE TO THE HEAT CREATED. OVER $3100. IN DAMAGES. THIS IS THE SECOND BMW MOTORCYCLE I'VE OWNED THAT THE SAME CATESTROPHIC FAILURE HAS OCCURRED ON. I HAVE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS I'D BE HAPPY TO SHARE.
2013 BMW R1200 RT questions
Does the 2013 BMW R1200 RT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 BMW R1200 RT: Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW R1200 RT?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.