BMW R 1200 ST Problems by Year
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the BMW R 1200 ST, across 4 model years (2005–2008). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
BMW R 1200 ST years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R 1200 ST model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 R 1200 ST: 6 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2007 R 1200 ST: 2 complaints, 5 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW R 1200 ST problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW R 1200 ST model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 R 1200 ST | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 R 1200 ST | 2 | 5 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2006 R 1200 ST | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2005 R 1200 ST | 6 | 6 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW R 1200 ST years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (6), 2007 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW R 1200 ST?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the BMW R 1200 ST have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.