Bmw R1200 Rt 2009
Model R1200 Rt made in 2009 by Bmw got 16 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 9 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel/propulsion system and unknown or other. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .
Model 2009
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 11/18/2012 | 8700 | ||
| The gas gauge sensor strip stops working and will read that you have more gas than you actually do. this is extremely dangerous and can cause the rider to run out of gas and be stranded in moving traffic. there are too many complaints from bmw motorcycle owners to ignore this problem any longer! please make the manufacturer address this problem instead of continuing to profit off of a safety issue. a google search on bmw motorcycle fuel strip will give you all the leverage you need. | |||
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | |||
| 01/10/2013 | 26422 | 1 | |
| At the top of the fuel pump, where the fuel line quick disconnect is threaded into the housing, multiple cracks have developed in the fuel pump housing. *tr | |||
| 01/10/2013 | 26422 | ||
| At the top of the fuel pump, where the fuel line quick disconnect is threaded into the housing, multiple cracks have developed in the fuel pump housing. | |||
| 10/23/2012 | 7013 | ||
| The fuel level sensor has failed (twice) and has been replaced by the bmw motorcycle dealership. the latest fuel level sensor is not working properly either and will eventually be replaced again before the warranty expires in feb 2013. | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 10/23/2012 | 7013 | ||
| The fuel level sensor has failed (twice) and has been replaced by the bmw motorcycle dealership. the latest fuel level sensor is not working properly either and will eventually be replaced again before the warranty expires in feb 2013. | |||