2004 BMW K1200 R Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 23, 2007 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other K1200 R years
Not enough data 6th of 6 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2004 BMW K1200 R so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

BMW K1200 R
BMW K 1200 R Sport. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Stahlkocher, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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2004 BMW K1200 R recalls (1)

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Engine and engine coolingFeb 23, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V066000 · 6,631 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, frequent short trips particularly during cold temperatures, can cause water to accumulate in the oil tank, and when the engine is running, escaping water vapor can condense on the oil tank air bleed valve. In freezing temperatures, this water could freeze and block the air bleed valve.

Risk: It is possible that a pressure build up in the oil tank could cause it to rupture, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire. An oil leak could cause a fire. Oil on the rear tire could cause loss of control.

Fix: Dealers will install a new oil tank cap containing a valve to prevent overpressure in the tank free of charge. The recall began on april 10, 2007. Owners may 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW K1200 R?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW K1200 R?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 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 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.