2003 BMW K1200 R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K1200 R years
- Not enough data 3rd 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 R. That ranks 3rd out of 6 K1200 R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 34,947 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 BMW K1200 R 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 34,947 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 50% | 20,109 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 BMW K1200 R recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 BMW K1200 R.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Riding on freeway abs lights start flashing pull over and try to stop, no power assist brake lever hard and brakes would not stop. Found fluid was low on rear and later found abs unit to have leak. Contacted bmw was told because bike was out of warranty when told it was a safety issue not a…
Noted a grinding feel in the motorcycle during a ride. Returned home and found fluid leaking from the final drive onto the rear brake (which no longer worked) and the rear tire, which began to slip while cornering. The leak is a sign of a seal failure caused by the rear drive bearings…
Other BMW K1200 R years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 K1200 R | 1 | 5 |
| 2007 K1200 R | 5 | 7 |
| 2006 K1200 R | 16 | 6 |
| 2005 K1200 R | 1 | 3 |
| 2004 K1200 R | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 BMW K1200 R?
Owners most often report power train, service brakes problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 BMW K1200 R?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 BMW K1200 R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K1200 R model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.