2012 BMW R 1200 R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R 1200 R years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 BMW R 1200 R. That ranks 3rd out of 12 R 1200 R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (8 complaints, 80%), typically at around 4,977 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 10owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 BMW R 1200 R 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 80% | 4,977 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 20% | 17,800 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 10% | 680 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 10% | 6,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 BMW R 1200 R recalls (1)
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.
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.
There is a recall on fuel pumps recall # 20v-471. My fuel pump needs to be replaced as it is failing. The recall includes bikes up to model year 2011. While my bike is a 2012, it was manufactured in 2011 and should be included in the recall. I have only 6000 miles on my bike and the part has failed…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw r1200 r. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel from the fuel pump. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and advised…
Fuel leak from broken plastic "quick disconnect" fitting on the left side of the motorcycle. I noticed the issue when i was riding the motorcycle on the highway and raw fuel was spraying onto my leg and onto the cylinder & cylinder head of the engine. I pulled off the highway into a gas station to…
Stalling engine. I bought the motorcycle new and it has had a stalling problem since it was new and continues until today. The engine will stall at idle or on deceleration. At its worst it will hesitate and surge when accelerating from a stop as well. I have complained to the dealer about the issue…
Left side mirror glass fell out. While on the highway, the lef side mirror glass fell out. It was held in by a few small dabs of silicone from the factory. Another disappointment courtesy of bmw, not covered by the warranty. Poor design and shoddy workmanship are the cause of the glass falling out…
Other BMW R 1200 R years
← 2011 R 1200 R · 2013 R 1200 R →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 R 1200 R | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 R 1200 R | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 R 1200 R | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 R 1200 R | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 R 1200 R | 12 | 2 |
| 2012 | 10 | 1 |
| 2011 R 1200 R | 6 | 3 |
| 2010 R 1200 R | 4 | 3 |
| 2009 R 1200 R | 5 | 4 |
| 2008 R 1200 R | 11 | 6 |
| 2007 R 1200 R | 7 | 6 |
| 2006 R 1200 R | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW R 1200 R?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, power train, engine problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 8 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 BMW R 1200 R?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 BMW R 1200 R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R 1200 R model years, the 2012 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.