2004 BMW K1200 S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K1200 S years
- Not enough data 5th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 BMW K1200 S. That ranks 5th out of 7 K1200 S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 18,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 BMW K1200 S 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 67% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 33% | 43,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 BMW K1200 S recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Abs system failed at 26k, upon research,found this to be very common to this year/model, and ,of course, very dangerous on a motorcycle.a replacement abs unit cost is more that the value of the vehicle!, as a retired firefighter, i can't afford this ridiculous expense,ans as a result,have removed…
I-abs pump module failure on very low mileage vehicle, maintained per manufacturer specifications. Abs pump failure causes "residual braking" default, which is about 20% of normal brake performance and significantly less than needed to reasonably stop and control this very heavy motorcycle. Advance…
Tl* -the contact stated that there was a loud noise coming from the back of his motorcycle a 2004 bmw k1200 s. The contact took the motorcycle to a dealer and was told that the rivets on the rear brake assembly were separating from the anti- lock braking system. The mechanic told the contact this…
Other BMW K1200 S years
← 2003 K1200 S · 2005 K1200 S →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 K1200 S | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 K1200 S | 13 | 7 |
| 2007 K1200 S | 4 | 7 |
| 2006 K1200 S | 15 | 6 |
| 2005 K1200 S | 15 | 7 |
| 2004 | 3 | 1 |
| 2003 K1200 S | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW K1200 S?
Owners most often report service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW K1200 S?
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 S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K1200 S model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.