2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 13, 2012 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other R 1200 GS ADV US years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (5 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,500 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline5 · ~1,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline5100%1,500——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 3 complaints
2010: 1201012011: 3201132012: 120121

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw r1200gs adventure motorcycle. The contact stated that the fuel strip sensor failed. The fuel gauge would provide inaccurate readings and indicate that the fuel tank was full when it was actually empty. The fuel strip sensor was repaired at least three times but the…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Jun 13, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10461460

The fuel gauge sensor has failed 4 times on two new bmw motorcycles(08, r1200gsa and 10, r1200rt. The bike ran out of fuel in traffic at highway speeds putting me in danger. My r1200rt has failed 3 times. Bmw has know about this for years, still the problem exists. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Jul 17, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10413234

Motorcycle fuel gauge displayed approx half a tank for fuel but motorcycle unexpectedly ran out of gas leaving me in a dangerous situation to avoid traffic with no power. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received May 28, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10403658

Purchased new motorcycle from dealership. After approximately 200 miles of driving, fuel gauge indicated 1/4 tank remaining. On board computer indicated approximately 75 miles range remaining. No low fuel warning displayed. Upon refueling, tank took nearly the specified maximum capacity (8.9 gal)…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Apr 24, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10397264

Tl*the contact owns a 2010 bmw r1200 gs adventure motorcycle. While driving approximately 75 mph the vehicle shut off because it was out of fuel. The fuel indicator displayed three quarters of a tank; however, the fuel indicator never displayed that it was low. The contact drove onto the emergency…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Nov 10, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10365228

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201050

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2010 BMW R 1200 GS ADV US a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R 1200 GS ADV US model years, the 2010 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.