2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R1200 GS Adventure years
- Not enough data 6th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure. That ranks 6th out of 14 R1200 GS Adventure model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (4 complaints, 100%), typically at around 15,500 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 BMW R1200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 4 | 100% | 15,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Suspension:front
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
Risk: If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. 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.
When you apply the rear brake, the brake pedal gets mushy to the point it will not stop the vehicle
Rear brakes just go out. No warning. I checked a forum and it is an issue with multiple years. No recalls. You just lose your rear brakes completely. I noticed after a short trip this weekend. You can tell when riding or still. Here is a bmw forum with complaints…
Rear brake fails due to air in the system while riding. No fluid leaks foot pedal becomes soft then no brake at all.
I am a long-time motorcycle owner/rider (50 yrs) and have worked professionally as a motorcycle mechanic.since new my 2015 bmw r1200 gs adventure's rear brake accumulates air bubbles in the system causing a "soft" rear brake pedal reducing braking performance. Every 1 to 2,000miles i have to bleed…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure?
Owners most often report service brakes problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 BMW R1200 GS Adventure a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R1200 GS Adventure model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.