BMW R1200 RS Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW R1200 RS, across 3 model years (2015–2017). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
BMW R1200 RS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R1200 RS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 R1200 RS: 4 complaints, 1 recall
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 RS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW R1200 RS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 R1200 RS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2016 R1200 RS | 4 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2015 R1200 RS | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW R1200 RS years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (4). 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 RS?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW R1200 RS have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.