2001 BMW R1150GS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R1150GS years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 BMW R1150GS. That ranks 2nd out of 4 R1150GS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 32,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 BMW R1150GS 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 | 3 | 100% | 32,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 BMW R1150GS recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The distance between the brake line and the speedometer drive cable could be too small. Due to compression and rebound of the fork, the speedometer cable could contact and chafe the brake line.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage could occur, resulting in a loss of front braking capability. If this happened, depending on traffic conditions and the rider's reactions, a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will measure the distance between the front brake line and speedometer cable. The brake line will be replaced if the distance to the speedometer cable is found to be too small or if it is damaged. A new protective sleeve will be installed in the speedometer cable near the front fender. Owner notification began december 18, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117, option #5.
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 line leakage (PE03054) — opened Dec 1, 2003, closed Jan 23, 2004, led to recall 04V028000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While on a cross country motorcycle trip. I was traveling at highway speeds when the motorcycle began to have a grinding noise and vibration from the rear. I stopped to find oil leaking from the final drive all over the rear tire and wheel assembly. While attempting to stop, the rear abs system…
Bmw motorcycle rear drive failure, could lead to catastrophic crash if rear wheel locks up. Drive failed with no advance symptoms. Drive rebuilt.*ak
Rear drive (wheel) bearing failure. This is the only suport bearing for the wheel.*ak
Other BMW R1150GS years
← 2000 R1150GS · 2002 R1150GS →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 R1150GS | 3 | 1 |
| 2002 R1150GS | 21 | 1 |
| 2001 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000 R1150GS | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW R1150GS?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 BMW R1150GS?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 BMW R1150GS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R1150GS model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.