BMW K1200LT Problems by Year
NHTSA has 216 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the BMW K1200LT, across 10 model years (1999–2009). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (51). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
BMW K1200LT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical K1200LT year: 1999, 2000. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 K1200LT: 51 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 K1200LT: 50 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 K1200LT: 37 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2006 K1200LT: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2004 K1200LT: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 K1200LT: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW K1200LT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train problems | 134 | 9 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 18 | 5 | 0 |
| Suspension | 15 | 5 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW K1200LT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 K1200LT | 4 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2008 K1200LT | 4 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2006 K1200LT | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2005 K1200LT | 19 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2004 K1200LT | 4 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2003 K1200LT | 21 | 0 | — | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2002 K1200LT | 37 | 0 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2001 K1200LT | 25 | 0 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2000 K1200LT | 51 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1999 K1200LT | 50 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW K1200LT years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1999 (50), 2000 (51) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical K1200LT year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW K1200LT?
Power Train, with 134 complaints across 9 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW K1200LT have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.