Bmw R 1200 Gs Adventure 2007
Model R 1200 Gs Adventure made in 2007 by Bmw got 13 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting. The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 2007
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
10V275000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | from 12/07/2005 to 09/26/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 2070 | 08/30/2010 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 06/16/2010 | 06/18/2010 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling certain 2005 through 2007 r 1200 gs adventure motorcycles manufactured from december 7, 2005 through september 26, 2007. the fuel tank front attachment bolts can work loose allowing the bolts to come into contact with the fork leg if the handlebar is turned a significant amount. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This could limit the travel range of the handlebars which could affect handling and maneuverability of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair motorcycles by further securing the bolts using loctite. the repair will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on august 30, 2010. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
10V276000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | V (Vehicle) | 15532 | 09/20/2010 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 06/18/2010 | 06/21/2010 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 r 1200 and k 1200 series motorcycles manufactured from august 2006 through may 2009. due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, and therefore associated vibration. the brake lines could be under strain. if the vibration/strain is significant, the brake line could split and start to develop a leak. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If this goes unnoticed, and the brake fluid reservoir runs empty, the front brakes could fail, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners and dealers will install new brake lines, containing a sleeve along a portion of the lines free of charge. the safety recall began on september 20, 2010. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Ready | 06/10/2011 | |
SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm | 06/10/2011 | |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||
PE12036 | BMW of North America, LLC | 11/16/2012 | Fuel Leak - Motorcycle | |||
Numerous owners report to both the office of defects investigation and in internet forums, the fuel pump housing cracks in the moulded outlet fitting area of their motorcycle.this housing seals the top of the fuel tank and a crack in this housing can potentially result in a fuel leak.to assess the frequency and severity of the issue, this office is opening a preliminary evaluation.the odi complaints cited above can be viewed at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/complaints under the following odi identification numbers: 10449393, 10457823, 10475150, 10471642, 10356156, 10433733, 10442023, 10445888, 10453738, 10474390, 10417320, 10444876, 10444670, 10448104, 10425962, 10430734, 10443840, 10448325, 10471518, 10451907, 10433589, 10430822, 10467136, 10445954, 10432269, 10437222, 10444742, 10452476. |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | |||
01/05/2013 | 63000 | 1 | |
Cracks developed in the fuel pump flange causing fuel to leak on the engine. *tr | |||
01/05/2013 | 63000 | ||
Cracks developed in the fuel pump flange causing fuel to leak on the engine. | |||
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
08/30/2010 | 32000 | ||
Plastic quick connect on top of gas tank fuel pump plate cracked. fuel under pressure sprayed out, running onto hot exhaust pipe. could result in major fire. plastic seems not suitable for ethanol blended fuel which causes it to get brittle and crack. | |||
POWER TRAIN | |||
03/05/2013 | 60400 | ||
I was getting at a stop light and the rear wheel locked abruptly. |