Bmw R1200 Rt 2008
Model R1200 Rt made in 2008 by Bmw got 23 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 19 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel/propulsion system and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline). There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .
Model 2008
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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 09V256000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | V (Vehicle) | 1535 | 10/05/2009 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 07/08/2009 | 07/08/2009 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling 1,535 my 2007-2009 r1200rt motorcycles. due to routing and assembly tolerances of the front brake lines, it is possible for the lines to be under strain. in combination with vibration during riding, the brake lines could develop a leak. the level of fluid in the front brake fluid reservoir could drop rendering the front brakes inoperative. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event that only the rear brakes were operational, severe loss of control during hard braking could result. this could result in a serious crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners and repair the motorcycles with new front brake lines, with modified routing free of charge. the safety recall began on october 5, 2009. owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Bmw's recall campaign no. r1200 rt.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| US-11588817-02 | 08/17/2007 | 10026041 | Bmw: ews fault display in the instrument cluster. motorcycle does not start. ews intermittently or permanently displayed in the instrument cluster. *pe | 09/25/2008 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| TSB-00-006-09 | 04/01/2009 | 10029664 | Bmw motorcycle: cip 13.2 improves the range which the knock sensor can modify the ignition timing, specifically helpful for police units that operate at very high speeds where detonation can occur under certain extreme riding conditions. up | 07/13/2009 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| SB-22768813-01 | 03/16/2009 | 10029704 | Bmw motorcycle: temporary or sporadic flat spot when accelerating from cruise at about 75mph. sometimes there is a little hesitation noticed. problem occurs especially at high temperatures and lower fuel quality. problem was noticed after u | 07/13/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| SB-22768813-01 | 03/16/2009 | 10029704 | Bmw motorcycle: temporary or sporadic flat spot when accelerating from cruise at about 75mph. sometimes there is a little hesitation noticed. problem occurs especially at high temperatures and lower fuel quality. problem was noticed after u | 07/13/2009 | |
| 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 |
| 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 | |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | |||||
| 46-006-07 | 12/01/2007 | 10026466 | Bmw motorcycle: play perceptible when saddlebag seated on saddlebag mount. *pe | 10/30/2008 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| TB-34-008-08 | 09/01/2008 | 10029187 | Bmw mc: there may have been a small quantity of motorcycles that did not receive the set screw that is normally installed in the front brake line fill junctions. model years unknown. *pe | 06/24/2009 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| 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 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 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 | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - TRUNK LID - LOCK | |||||
| 46-007-07 | 12/01/2007 | 10026461 | Bmw: repairs to 28 liter and 49 liter topcases. latching mechanism disengaged and out of position. *pe | 10/30/2008 | |
| 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 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| TB-34-008-08 | 09/01/2008 | 10029187 | Bmw mc: there may have been a small quantity of motorcycles that did not receive the set screw that is normally installed in the front brake line fill junctions. model years unknown. *pe | 06/24/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| 34-001-08 | 02/01/2008 | 10026224 | Bmw motorcycle: new attachment concept for front brake discs (rivet package, series production standard). the brake discs complete with fasteners (rivet package) now constitute a single component. *pe | 10/08/2008 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TRUNK LID | |||||
| 46-007-07 | 12/01/2007 | 10026461 | Bmw: repairs to 28 liter and 49 liter topcases. latching mechanism disengaged and out of position. *pe | 10/30/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| 33-001-08 | 03/01/2008 | 10026305 | Bmw motorcycle: conversion of rear esa spring strut from potentiometer to hall sensor. *pe | 10/16/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS | |||||
| SIB-61-001-08 | 03/01/2008 | 10027805 | Bmw motorcycles: esa rear spring strut cannot be calibrated with the gt1, cip error 14007. all models with esa, except r1200r (k27), r1200gs (k25/11) and r1200gs adv. (k25/12). model years unknown. *pe | 02/09/2009 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 06/02/2010 | 8520 | ||
| 2008 bmw r1200rt (motorcycle) engine stalls while in operation. this occurred 3 occasions during a commute. first stall after acceleration. restarted engine. approximately 1/2 mile down the road traveling 45 mph second engine stall occurs. restarted engine.. third engine stalls occurs within another mile of the second stall on a business loop. restarted engine. each time the engine stalled i was forced to enter the shoulder of the road while avoid traffic behind my motorcycle. each time the stall occurred their was no visible or audible cue the engine was no longer in operation the engine simply quit. | |||
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | |||
| 08/15/2012 | 7864 | ||
| Fuel guage failed, again, causing potential stalling in traffic creating dangerous situation. | |||
| 07/20/2011 | 17000 | ||
| Motorcycle gas gauge showed half full when it stopped running, had to cross two lanes of traffic during rush hour to get to the shoulder of the road. bike was out of gas....this has happen 5 times now ( running out of gas ).. one day someone is going to be killed because bmw will not step up and recall the fuel strip causing the problem.. | |||
| 06/13/2012 | 27000 | ||
| A fuel leak developed in the plastic fuel pump flange at the fuel line quick disconnect fitting. i smelled a strong gasoline smell in my garage where my natural gas water heater is located. having heard of this common problem on bmw sport touring forum, i repaired cracks in that flange with jb weld and a $30 clamp made just to fix this problem available online. i am reporting this now to add my incident to your database on this issue. if my garage had been smaller or the leak a little worse, it could have been a disaster. ## vin failed | |||
| 11/06/2012 | 28500 | ||
| I discovered that my fuel pump was developing cracks around the fuel line fitting. i discovered the cracks before complete failure occurred. i did not suffer a failure only because i had learned of this potential safety hazard from friends, one of whom had his left leg soaked with gasoline as a result of gasoline spray coming from beneath the left side body panels. my friend, a mechanical engineer, advised that bmw used pipe threads in the fitting that resulted in outward force upon tightening, and failure would likely occur on all models. i purchased a fix kit for this widely known problem from beemer boneyard, namely a metal clamp to place around the base of the plastic fuel pump fitting. i hope it holds the cracks from growing any worse. this fuel pump should be recalled. i understand that there is an open investigation on this issue. | |||
| 01/02/2012 | 14500 | ||
| Discovered several cracks at fuel pump outlet flange. repaired at my own cost in order to prevent possible fire. this is a well-known and well-documented problem with this fuel pump. | |||
| 08/24/2012 | 8350 | 1 | |
| Bike died entering intersection. only spacing averted accident. bought used less than one week ago. fuel gauge showed just under 1/2 tank and 120 miles to empty. gas tank was empty without warning. gas gauge strips in tank fail - bmw has known about this safety issue for years, are you? and, if german engineering is more than marketing, why haven't they fixed it? *tr | |||
| 08/24/2012 | 8350 | ||
| Bike died entering intersection. only spacing averted accident. bought used less than one week ago. fuel gauge showed just under 1/2 tank and 120 miles to empty. gas tank was empty without warning. gas gauge strips in tank fail - bmw has known about this safety issue for years, are you? and, if german engineering is more than marketing, why haven't they fixed it? | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 07/14/2009 | 1800 | 1 | |
| 2008 bmw r1200rt at highway speed, the motorcycle engine stopped with no warning. the cause was found to be the fuel pump driver. it appears that this is a very common problem with the r1200rt. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 10/15/2009 | 3600 | 1 | |
| 2008 bmw r1200rt with under 4,000 miles of service. rear brake pulses unpredictable upon application. not related to abs. bmw dealer analysis determined that it is due to improper surface tempering of the brake disk. this causes alternating patches of soft/hard surface on the disk. bmw na refused to accept responsibility and provide coverage under warranty. this is an unsafe condition, shared by other model and year bmw motorcycles, for which bmw should provide recall and resolution. *tr | |||