2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R 1200 GS Adventure years
- Not enough data 7th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure. That ranks 7th out of 14 R 1200 GS Adventure model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 21,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 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 | 3 | 100% | 21,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure recalls (1)
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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Flange on fuel pump leaks. It is the same fuel pump on the same model for 2011. Should be a recall for the 2012 model.
After refueling my motorcycle, and drive off the gas station, i started to notice a strong gas smell while the vehicle was in motion. I rode for around 10 miles with it. After i pulled over to my home's driveway, and kept the motor running with the bike in the side stand, i notice a stronger smell…
The fuel tank quick connect coupling cracked, leaked fuel and nearly caused a fire on the vehicle. I was riding the motorcycle on a roadway and when i stopped the fuel dripped onto the hot engine. The fuel started to smoke because i reacted quickly and shut down the engine i was able to prevent a…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R 1200 GS Adventure model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.