BMW R1200 S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the BMW R1200 S, across 3 model years (2006–2008). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
BMW R1200 S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R1200 S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 R1200 S: 5 complaints, 4 recalls
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 S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW R1200 S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 R1200 S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 R1200 S | 5 | 4 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2006 R1200 S | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW R1200 S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (5). 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 S?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW R1200 S have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.