2012 BMW K 1300 S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K 1300 S years
- Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 BMW K 1300 S. That ranks 3rd out of 7 K 1300 S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 75%), typically at around 500 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 BMW K 1300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 75% | 500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 5,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 25% | 5,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 BMW K 1300 S recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP Limited Edition) motorcycles to the recall campaign, representing an additional 421 units. The total number of motorcycles being recalled is now 2,483. In certain riding conditions, the brake fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir can foam.
Risk: Brake fluid that foams could lead to a reduced braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
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.
The bike stalls while in motion. Feels like the kill switch has been used but it has not. No pattern to speed, gear, or anything else. All power is gone but if you turn the key off and back on it will start and keep going until it happens again. Very dangerous on the freeway. Turning has nothing to…
Less than one week after taking ownership of the brand new motorcycle (august 2012) i experienced the first occurrence of the engine stalling when the vehicle slowed to a stop. Since then the machine has been returned to the dealership four times specifically to address this issue. While servicing…
Vehicle stalls when slowing to a stop. Happens at random times. Does not matter about the weather or the temperature, issue has occurred many times dealer is unable to fix the issue. Almost struck from behind when bike did not move from changing traffic signal. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw k1300s motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the engine failed and self destructed internally. The manufacturer was notified…
Other BMW K 1300 S years
← 2011 K 1300 S · 2013 K 1300 S →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 K 1300 S | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 K 1300 S | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 K 1300 S | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | 4 | 2 |
| 2011 K 1300 S | 5 | 5 |
| 2010 K 1300 S | 4 | 5 |
| 2009 K 1300 S | 59 | 7 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW K 1300 S?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 BMW K 1300 S?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 BMW K 1300 S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K 1300 S model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.