BMW R1150 R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the BMW R1150 R, across 2 model years (2003–2004). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (9). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
BMW R1150 R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R1150 R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 R1150 R: 9 complaints, 1 recall
- 2003 R1150 R: 5 complaints, 1 recall
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 R1150 R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW R1150 R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 R1150 R | 9 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2003 R1150 R | 5 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW R1150 R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (9), 2003 (5). 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 R1150 R?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 6 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW R1150 R have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.