2015 BMW R 1200 RT Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 18, 2022 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other R 1200 RT years
Not enough data 11th of 15 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 BMW R 1200 RT. That ranks 11th out of 15 R 1200 RT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

BMW R 1200 RT
BMW R1200RT Special. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Hans45, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 BMW R 1200 RT problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1
Suspension1 · ~200 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1
Wheels1 · ~25,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System133%———
Suspension133%200——
Vehicle Speed Control133%———
Wheels133%25,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 1 complaints
2015: 1201512019: 1201912022: 120221

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 BMW R 1200 RT recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 BMW R 1200 RT.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When starting my BMW motorcycle it normally can be started in two modes: (1) in neutral or (2) In gear with the clutch handle pulled back to the handlebar and the clutch disengaged. However, my BMW 2015 BMW R1200RT motorcycle will NOT engage the starter motor to start the engine with the Clutch…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Aug 18, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11479890

Motorcycle has less that 30,000 miles and is less than four years old but the from tpms sensor has completely failed and no longer reads any tire pressure. I have a constant tpms failure light on my dash board. A replacement sensor is over $200 not including labor for installation and reprogramming…

Wheels · received May 21, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11208944

After first 200 miles oil was observed leaking from the rear shock dynamic esa system. Confirmed by dealership and approved for replacement. *tr

Suspension · received Apr 17, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10706379

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW R 1200 RT?

Owners most often report electrical system, suspension, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2015 BMW R 1200 RT?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2015 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 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.