2013 BMW R 1200 R recalls and problems

The 2013 BMW R 1200 R has 2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is fuel system.

How the 2013 compares

Highest

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Highest complaint count among 9 R 1200 R model years — the most of any year.

2recalls

12complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

1,100median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Fuel System

Feb 8, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V060000 · 20,963 vehicles

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.

Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Remedy & notes

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Electrical System

Feb 19, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V065000 · 4,453 vehicles

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 C 600 Sport, C 650 GT, F 700 GS, F 800 GS, F 800 GS Adventure, F 800 GT, R 1200 R and R1200 GS motorcycles. Water may enter the side-stand switch preventing the motorcycle from starting or potentially shutting off the motorcycle while it is being ridden.

Risk: An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on April 8, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Fuel System12

Electrical System2

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2013 vs. other BMW R 1200 R years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2013. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2013 BMW R 1200 R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2013 BMW R 1200 R, the latest from Feb 8, 2021 (fuel system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW R 1200 R?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention fuel system (12), electrical system (2). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.