BMW R1100RT-P Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW R1100RT-P, across 4 model years (1998–2001). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
BMW R1100RT-P years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R1100RT-P model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 R1100RT-P: 2 complaints, 1 recall
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 R1100RT-P problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW R1100RT-P model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 R1100RT-P | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2000 R1100RT-P | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1999 R1100RT-P | 2 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 R1100RT-P | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW R1100RT-P years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (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 R1100RT-P?
Power Train, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW R1100RT-P have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.