BMW R1200 CL Problems by Year
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the BMW R1200 CL, across 2 model years (2003–2004). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (12). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
BMW R1200 CL years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R1200 CL model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 R1200 CL: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 R1200 CL: 3 complaints, 0 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 R1200 CL problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW R1200 CL model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 R1200 CL | 12 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2003 R1200 CL | 3 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW R1200 CL years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (12), 2003 (3). 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 R1200 CL?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 6 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW R1200 CL have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.