2007 BMW R Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R Series years
- Not enough data 2nd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 BMW R Series. That ranks 2nd out of 10 R Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 32,914 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 BMW R Series 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 | 1 | 25% | 32,914 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 25% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 10 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 25% | 780 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 25% | 10 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 BMW R Series recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 BMW R Series.
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.
- Motorcycle fires (PE07031) — opened Jun 21, 2007, closed Oct 23, 2007.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Prompted by an article released regarding this vehicle model's fuel pump/pump cover outlet boss and fitting assembly fracturing and leaking fuel i inspected mine. About 3/4 of the boss is visible for inspection. It is cracked in seven places. Cracks are vertical, starting at the boss base…
Motorcycle shifted from 1st gear to neutral and clutch released while waiting for light to change. Transmission failed to shift into 1st gear to move off with departing traffic, resulted in two near rear end collisions with following cars. Returned to dealer for 600mi run in service, failure of…
I purchased a 2007 r1200rt bmw motorcycle with a safety package option that includes a tire pressure monitoring system (tpm) that was touted and advertised as a safety feature to help prevent an accident due to a catastrophic tire failure while riding. The system has never worked properly. The…
Motorcycle ran out of fuel just 9 miles after low fuel warning illuminated. Trip computer indicated 34 miles remaining to empty, and fuel gauge showed approximately 1/8 tank. Stated capacity of tank is 4.8 gallons, average fuel economy is approx. 50 mpg according to trip computer. *tr
Other BMW R Series years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 R Series | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 R Series | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 R Series | 4 | 1 |
| 2003 R Series | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 R Series | 8 | 1 |
| 2001 R Series | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 R Series | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 R Series | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 R Series | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW R Series?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, other, power train problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW R Series?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2007 BMW R Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R Series model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.