2004 BMW K Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K Series years
- Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 BMW K Series. That ranks 2nd out of 5 K Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 27,676 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 BMW K Series problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 60% | 27,676 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 20% | 24,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 BMW K Series recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the o-ring in fuel line quick-disconnect coupling could become damaged and lead to a fuel leak. There is also a problem involving crimp-type hose clamps, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, adjust all crimp-type hose clamps. Also, all fuel line quick-disconnect couplings will be inspected. If a leak is detected, the quick-disconnect o-ring will be replaced. If damaged, the coupling will be replaced. Owner notification began on april 30, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel line leakage (PE03054) — opened Dec 1, 2003, closed Jan 23, 2004, led to recall 04V028000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The brake failure light lit up and i lost power brakes and even at 10 mph it was extremely difficult to stop the bike. The module controls the servo linkage also. This is a know problem with bmw k bikes with abs and bmw refuses to recall the bikes. I believe it is a serious safety problem and…
Fuel line quick disconnect began spraying me and my 2004 bmw k1200rs motorcycle with gasoline while riding. The mc was not drivable due to the obvious fire hazard. Checked the internet. Found nhtsa campaign id number 04v028000. Went to my local bmw dealer where i bought the bike and have had it…
Upon arriving at home and shutting down the motorcycle, i could smell gas coming from the bike. I checked the fuel line quick disconnects and found that one was leaking fuel. Since the fuel pump was off, the fuel was not leaking very badly. I attempted to press the quick disconnect coupling…
Notice of gasoline smell coming from right side. When examined, gas was dangerously spraying the entire valve cover, gear housing, bottom of transmission housing, and my right leg. The entire plastic quick disconnect of the return line sheared apart, causing the leak. Dealer has not corrected it…
Car gas pedal sticks and then lunges forward, causing the car to be hard to control and unpredictable. Bmw dealer refuses to service car. *jb
Other BMW K Series years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 | 1 |
| 2003 K Series | 6 | 1 |
| 2002 K Series | 2 | 1 |
| 2001 K Series | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 K Series | 0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW K Series?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW K Series?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 BMW K Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K Series model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.