2003 BMW K1200 GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 13, 2013 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other K1200 GT years
Not enough data 5th of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 BMW K1200 GT. That ranks 5th out of 6 K1200 GT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 18,356 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

BMW K1200 GT
Battleship grey BMW K1200GT. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Kilbegan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 BMW K1200 GT problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~18,356 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System2100%18,356——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2003 BMW K1200 GT recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 BMW K1200 GT.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw k1200 gt motorcycle. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate at 3 mph, the vehicle slid from under him and crashed. The contact sustained bruises and a police report was not filed of the incident. The vehicle was independently inspected and a fuel leak…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Dec 13, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10555953

I found a 4 ft diameter puddle of gasoline on my garage floor. The air in the garage was also very thick with gasoline fumes. I noticed a steady dripping from the bmw motorcycle as the source of the gasoline, which had been dripping overnight. I feel fortunate to have caught this issue before the…

Fuel/propulsion System · received May 29, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10513994

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 BMW K1200 GT?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2003 BMW K1200 GT?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 BMW K1200 GT a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K1200 GT model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.