2004 BMW R 1200 RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R 1200 RT years
- Not enough data 14th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2004 BMW R 1200 RT. That ranks 14th out of 15 R 1200 RT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,415 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 BMW R 1200 RT 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 100% | 2,415 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2004 BMW R 1200 RT recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 BMW R 1200 RT.
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.
2004 r1150r motorcycle with only 2400 miles on it. Throttle stuck going into a sharp turn. Handle moved but engine speed did not decrease. I sustained major injuries (back broken in two places and 5 broken ribs) and the bike was totalled. My full face helmet and 13 days in icu saved my life. *jb
Other BMW R 1200 RT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 R 1200 RT | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 R 1200 RT | 2 | 0 |
| 2016 R 1200 RT | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 R 1200 RT | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 R 1200 RT | 6 | 2 |
| 2013 R 1200 RT | 6 | 1 |
| 2012 R 1200 RT | 11 | 1 |
| 2011 R 1200 RT | 20 | 3 |
| 2010 R 1200 RT | 9 | 3 |
| 2009 R 1200 RT | 36 | 5 |
| 2008 R 1200 RT | 32 | 5 |
| 2007 R 1200 RT | 52 | 5 |
| 2006 R 1200 RT | 54 | 6 |
| 2005 R 1200 RT | 32 | 5 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW R 1200 RT?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2004 BMW R 1200 RT?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2004 BMW R 1200 RT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R 1200 RT model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.