Bmw R1200 Gs 2004
Model R1200 Gs made in 2004 by Bmw got 7 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 8 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to other, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting and fuel system, other. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .
Model 2004
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V134000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | from 01/01/2004 to 02/28/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 9260 | 06/05/2006 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 04/24/2006 | 04/25/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, if certain procedures are performed that involves removal of the front left brake caliper, the abs sensor cable can be routed incorrectly and when the caliper is reinstalled, the sensor cable can come into contact and rub against the front brake disc. overtime, if the chafing becomes severe, it is possible to lose the abs function. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Loss of abs function could increase the risk of a crash during certain riding conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will attach additional retaining clips free of charge to the abs sensor cable, which will provide a more secure connection to the wheel carrier. the recall began on june 5, 2006, and will be a phased mailing through october 2006. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V164000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | from 01/01/2004 to 02/28/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 13200 | 06/05/2006 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 05/15/2006 | 05/17/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, under rapid, repeated, and unusually harsh braking, loss of abs capability could temporarily occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Temporary loss of abs braking could increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will add a physical restriction, in the form of a banjo bolt with a flow restrictor to the brake line, and on certain models dealers will install new front brake discs of a slightly larger thickness free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2006, and will be a phased mailing through october 2006. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 00-004-08 (018) | 07/01/2008 | 00-004-08 (018)R | 10026302 | Bmw motorcycle: complaints relating to knocking noises (engine pinging) and sporadic perceptible flat-spots (especially under sharp acceleration). models k2x and up to year 2007 onward. *pe updated 1/27/09. *pe | 10/16/2008 |
| 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 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| SB-00-021-07 | 11/01/2007 | 10030825 | Bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. bmw motorrad has no objection to the use of si engine fuels containing up to a maximum of 10% ethanol and imposes no warranty restrictions. ethanol mixtures in proportions higher than 10% | 12/07/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC | |||||
| SB-17927831-02 | 02/25/2009 | 10029706 | Bmw motorcycle: wheel speed dependent, clearly audible clanking noise occurs when braking to adjust speed. e series (k25; k25/02; k25/03; k25/11; k25/12; k25/hp; k26; k27; k28; k29; k29/hp; k40; k41; k43; k43/hv; k44; k589/03; k71). no mod | 07/13/2009 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||||
| 23-001-08(021) | 04/01/2008 | 10026304 | Bmw motorcycle: gearbox replacement. on account of a material defect, there is a possibility of a small number (46) motorcycles manufactured to date suffering a gearbox malfunction that would result in a roadside breakdown. *pe | 10/16/2008 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT PITMAN | |||||
| 23-001-08(021) | 04/01/2008 | 10026304 | Bmw motorcycle: gearbox replacement. on account of a material defect, there is a possibility of a small number (46) motorcycles manufactured to date suffering a gearbox malfunction that would result in a roadside breakdown. *pe | 10/16/2008 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR | |||||
| 23-001-08(021) | 04/01/2008 | 10026304 | Bmw motorcycle: gearbox replacement. on account of a material defect, there is a possibility of a small number (46) motorcycles manufactured to date suffering a gearbox malfunction that would result in a roadside breakdown. *pe | 10/16/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTHER | |||
| 07/04/2007 | 6000 | 1 | 02/20/2007 |
| I have a 2007 bmw r1150 gs motorcycle with a failing sight glass. it has not melted, but has a white halo around the outside edge which indicates overheating of the sight glass. action number on this issue is pe07031. | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 08/14/2006 | 29500 | 1 | 05/10/2004 |
| Final drive seal blew out after only 30k miles. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 10/20/2010 | 45000 | ||
| Riding the bike slowly (about 40 kph) and braked heavily. disintegration of rear wheel carrier (flange) on bmw gs1200 (2004) . this billet aluminum flange is the single component connecting the rear wheel with the motorcycle. and also the brake disk. the part broke apart under heavy braking and the brake disk detached, resulting in no rear wheel braking and damage to the abs unit. critical failure will certainly result in serious injury or death. bmw australia has been advised and offered no recourse to correct ro advise other owners. abs module also failed, with an internal leak (possibly caused by pressure spike from flange disintegrating). numerous other reports of similar faults on adventure riders website. vin no is wb103074i52n35666 | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 12/02/2009 | 36250 | 1 | |
| Stress fracture on bmw gs1200 (2004) rear wheel attachment flange. this billet aluminum flange is the single component connecting the rear wheel with the motorcycle. critical failure will certainly result in serious injury. bmwna indicate that this is a normal wear item and offer no recourse to correct. *tr | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA | BATON ROUGE | GN GONZALES | ||
| WI | MILWAUKEE | BMW MOTORCYCLES OF MILWAUKEE |