2005 BMW R 1200 RT (authority) Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R 1200 RT (authority) years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2005 BMW R 1200 RT (authority). That is the most of any R 1200 RT (authority) model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 BMW R 1200 RT (authority) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2005 BMW R 1200 RT (authority) recalls (1)
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Equipment
Problem: Bmw is recalling certain 2005 through 2009 r 1200 rt police motorcycles manufactured from april 2005 through september 2009. The bracket which supports the audible signaling device can break, possibly allowing the signaling device to fall from the vehicle and onto the roadway.
Risk: Should the signaling device fall from the motorcycle while being driven on the roadways, it could become an obstacle for other drivers which may result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will attach two tether cables to the device in order to secure it to the motorcycle in the event the mounting bracket becomes loose. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 2, 2010. Owners may contact bmw 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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel Leak - Motorycle (EA13006) — opened Jul 12, 2013, closed Jan 31, 2014, led to recall 13V617000.
- Fuel Leak - Motorcycle (PE12036) — opened Nov 16, 2012, closed Jul 22, 2013.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Upon starting my bike before going for a ride, i noticed that it developed an extreme fuel leak. It literally sprays gasoline like a lawn sprinkler. I have checked blogs on this matter and have learned that this is a very common problem. I have video of my bike doing this in case you need it. This…
Other BMW R 1200 RT (authority) years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 R 1200 RT (authority) | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 R 1200 RT (authority) | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 R 1200 RT (authority) | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 R 1200 RT (authority) | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 BMW R 1200 RT (authority)?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 BMW R 1200 RT (authority)?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 BMW R 1200 RT (authority) a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R 1200 RT (authority) model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.