2013 BMW R 1200 RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R 1200 RT years
- Not enough data 9th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW R 1200 RT. That ranks 9th out of 15 R 1200 RT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 23,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 33% | 23,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 33% | 56,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 1,200 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 17% | 1,200 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 17% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 17% | 1,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 BMW R 1200 RT recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
The throttle body has plastic pulleys for the throttle flapper cam. These plastic parts fail. My motorcycle lost power in freeway traffic and I nearly was ran over by traffic when this part failed.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW R 1200. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V060000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A…
Right-side swingarm pivot pin bolts loosen
Fuel pump flange cracked, resulting in fuel leaking down the side of the bike and onto hot components while riding or at idle. Safety hazard and fire hazard possibly resulting in fire and personal injury.
While riding motorcycle there was a catastrophic failure of the u-joint/drive shaft causing the motorcycle to stop while at highway speed. Rear wheel subsequently locked up. Damage was caused to the swing arm by the drive shaft. The motorcycle was smoking due to the heat created. Over $3100. In…
Other BMW R 1200 RT years
← 2012 R 1200 RT · 2014 R 1200 RT →
| 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 | 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 R 1200 RT | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW R 1200 RT?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW R 1200 RT?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 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 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.