2014 BMW R 1200 RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R 1200 RT years
- Not enough data 9th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 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 9,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 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% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 33% | 1,084 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 18,120 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 17% | 18,120 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 BMW R 1200 RT recalls (2)
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.
SuspensionDo not drive
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 R1200 RT motorcycles manufactured November 27, 2013, to May 5, 2014. The affected vehicles have a Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability.
Risk: If the piston rod breaks it will cause loss of stability, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied.
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.
I have a 2014 R1200RT that is leaking fuel because of a warped fuel tank. VIN: [XXX] My dealer tells me that this was a problem on my years RT and that this can only be fixed by replacing the fuel tank. I was told that ethanol was probably the culprit in taking this tank down so quickly. I was also…
Motorcycle went into "limp mode" while riding.
I bought this new and i have always smelled gas especilly after a fill up. I recently had to apply the brakes very hard while travelling down the highway and fuel came out through the gas cap even though the gas cap was properly secured.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 bmw r1200 rt motorcycle. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, a software update was completed to improve the gear shift assistant pro feature. After the software update was performed, the contact was driving…
6/11 receive email from bmw advising "stop ride". 6/23 receive email from bmw advising of 4 remedies. Quickly learn that dealership cannot perform loaner bike option and dealer refuses to honor trade-in option. 6/25 i email bmw advising i am selecting buyback option. 6/26 receive email from bmw…
Other BMW R 1200 RT years
← 2013 R 1200 RT · 2015 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 | 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 R 1200 RT | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, suspension, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 BMW R 1200 RT?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 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 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.