2016 BMW R1200 GS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R1200 GS years
- About as many complaints as other years 6th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW R1200 GS. That ranks 6th out of 15 R1200 GS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (5 complaints, 42%), typically at around 5,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 BMW R1200 GS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 5 | 42% | 5,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 25% | 700 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 17% | 575 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 17% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8% | 490 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 8% | 490 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 8% | 5,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 BMW R1200 GS 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.
Rear brake on motorcycle does not stop the motorcycle. After three BMW dealer visits and rear brakes having been bled, the rear brake pedal becomes soft and does not stop the motorcycle. The same problem occurred each time within 2-3 months of the repair. The only way to stop the motorcycle is to…
The rear brake becomes ineffective. Dealer says that air invades the rear brake system. Bleeding the old brake fluid and replacing it with new brake fluid solves the problem for a few months. Then it happens again and the bleeding must be done again. Front brake continues to be effective at all…
While riding the motorcycle at highway speeds, the engine goes into a faulted state spontaneously with no warning prior, the ecu is faulting and putting the engine into "limp mode" which is almost equivalent of completely killing the engine the way it is currently done, and you are left to navigate…
I was never notified about an important safety recall. No notification via mail, email, phone call, etc. I was only alerted to this recall when i brought my bmw motorcycle back to the bmw dealer for non-related warranty work. The dealer was very surprised i had not had the front fork recall done…
On may 13, 2017, while riding my 2016 bmw r1200gs with 11500 miles, one of my riding partners noticed oil leaking from the suspension fork tubes. After peeling the rubber boots that cover the stanchions, we noticed that both stanchions on the bike had separated. I wouldn't have known about it…
Other BMW R1200 GS years
← 2015 R1200 GS · 2017 R1200 GS →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 R1200 GS | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 R1200 GS | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 | 12 | 2 |
| 2015 R1200 GS | 10 | 2 |
| 2014 R1200 GS | 14 | 3 |
| 2013 R1200 GS | 11 | 4 |
| 2012 R1200 GS | 10 | 1 |
| 2011 R1200 GS | 7 | 3 |
| 2010 R1200 GS | 8 | 3 |
| 2009 R1200 GS | 30 | 4 |
| 2008 R1200 GS | 32 | 8 |
| 2007 R1200 GS | 42 | 6 |
| 2006 R1200 GS | 9 | 9 |
| 2005 R1200 GS | 51 | 9 |
| 2004 R1200 GS | 4 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW R1200 GS?
Owners most often report suspension, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 BMW R1200 GS?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 BMW R1200 GS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R1200 GS model years, the 2016 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.