2015 BMW R1200 R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R1200 R years
- Not enough data 8th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2015 BMW R1200 R. That ranks 8th out of 12 R1200 R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 828 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 BMW R1200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 828 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 828 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2015 BMW R1200 R recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. 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.
The 2015 r1200r was purchased brand new with 0 miles. At approximately 750 miles the oem battery would not hold a charge. The bike was brought in and the battery was replaced. Upon arrival to pick up my bike it did not turn over on the first try. The second start was uneventful and no other issues…
Other BMW R1200 R years
← 2014 R1200 R · 2016 R1200 R →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 R1200 R | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 R1200 R | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 R1200 R | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 R1200 R | 12 | 2 |
| 2012 R1200 R | 10 | 1 |
| 2011 R1200 R | 6 | 3 |
| 2010 R1200 R | 4 | 3 |
| 2009 R1200 R | 5 | 4 |
| 2008 R1200 R | 11 | 6 |
| 2007 R1200 R | 7 | 6 |
| 2006 R1200 R | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW R1200 R?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2015 BMW R1200 R?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 BMW R1200 R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R1200 R model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.