2013 BMW R 1200 R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R 1200 R years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW R 1200 R. That is the most of any R 1200 R model year in the database (12 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (12 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,100 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 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 | 12 | 100% | 1,100 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 17% | 2,775 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 BMW R 1200 R 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.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand; electrical system
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.
Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
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.
I have read on the BMW forums that the plastic cams that are attached to the throttle bodies will crack. If a crack is spotted the cams need to be replaced because they can fail causing the motorcycle to stop running. This spring while doing my spring maintenance I inspected the cams and found both…
The component that fails is called the Fuel Strip (BMW part number 16147697815) and is used for measuring the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. This component is historically known to fail often and this problem is well known by BMW motorcycle dealers and motorcyclists that use this fuel strip. The…
There is a faulty fuel pump, but the dealership cancelled my service because their location is being consolidated and the next-closest dealership is over an hour away. Can another shop not do this fuel pump replacement?
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW R1200 R. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL WAS DETECTED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THE CONTACT NOTICED A PUDDLE OF FUEL UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO EURO CYCLES OF TAMPA BAY (8509 GUNN HWY, ODESSA, FL 33556, [redacted])…
Fuel gauge stopped responding, leading to running out of fuel while moving. This is a common failure on many bike models from bmw from 2005-2013. I have had this happen 5 times so far, and each time the fuel level measuring strip in the fuel tank was replaced. This is an unsafe condition since loss…
Other BMW R 1200 R years
← 2012 R 1200 R · 2014 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 | 12 | 2 |
| 2012 R 1200 R | 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 2013 BMW R 1200 R?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW R 1200 R?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 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 2013 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.