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2006 BMW K1200 R Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2006 BMW K1200 R has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 48,583 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 20V471000 2020-08-10 16,926 affected
Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2011 K1300 (S, GT), 2010-2011 S1000 RR, 2005-2011 R1200 (GS, GS Adventure, R, RT, S, ST), 2006-2010 HP2 (Enduro, Megamoto, Sport), 2005-2008 K1200 (R, R Sport, S, GT), and 2012 K1600 (GT, GTL) motorcycles that were repaired under recall 13V-617 with the…

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump(s) with an improved version, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

SUSPENSION 10V488000 2010-10-08 11,826 affected
Defect

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 MOTORCYCLES. THE BEARINGS COULD BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION. THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED MOVEMENT OF THE LINK LEVER.

Consequence

THIS COULD AFFECT THE HANDLING OF THE MOTORCYCLE INCREASING THE RISK A DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A CRASH.

Remedy

BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 07V066000 2007-02-23 6,631 affected
Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, FREQUENT SHORT TRIPS PARTICULARLY DURING COLD TEMPERATURES, CAN CAUSE WATER TO ACCUMULATE IN THE OIL TANK, AND WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, ESCAPING WATER VAPOR CAN CONDENSE ON THE OIL TANK AIR BLEED VALVE. IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES, THIS WATER COULD FREEZE AND BLOCK THE AIR BLEED VALVE.

Consequence

IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A PRESSURE BUILD UP IN THE OIL TANK COULD CAUSE IT TO RUPTURE, ALLOWING OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE REAR TIRE. AN OIL LEAK COULD CAUSE A FIRE. OIL ON THE REAR TIRE COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW OIL TANK CAP CONTAINING A VALVE TO PREVENT OVERPRESSURE IN THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 06V164000 2006-05-15 13,200 affected
Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, UNDER RAPID, REPEATED, AND UNUSUALLY HARSH BRAKING, LOSS OF ABS CAPABILITY COULD TEMPORARILY OCCUR.

Consequence

TEMPORARY LOSS OF ABS BRAKING COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

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…

Complaints by component

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
6
POWER TRAIN
3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2
1crashes1injuries
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
1
1crashes
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
1
Total complaints15

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Fuel strip inside fuel tank that sends fuel level indications failed. This is the 4th strip in 3 years. This problem is present in several bmw motorcycles built from 2005 to present. *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2014-03-10

“When I was stopped at an intersection I noticed a very strong fuel smell coming from my motorcycle. I looked for liquid fuel leaking to the ground but found none. I was very near home, so I returned and removed the body panels to examine the fuel system. I found fuel leaking from the fuel…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2013-12-14

“There are several cracks on the flange where fuel line has a connection. These cracks are causing fuel to leak onto the motor and alternator creating a fire hazard. Fuel also pools in areas with sensitive electronics where fuel wasn't meant to be stored. I have no doubt that this would eventually…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2013-06-28

“There are several cracks on the flange where fuel line has a connection. These cracks are causing fuel to leak onto the motor and alternator creating a fire hazard. Fuel also pools in areas with sensitive electronics where fuel wasn't meant to be stored. I have no doubt that this would eventually…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2013-06-28

“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw k1200r. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle shifted out of second gear and lunged forward. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure occurred because the transmission needed to be replaced. The…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2013-06-01

“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 bmw k1200 r motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle shifted out of gear and vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated the transmission had failed. The transmission was replaced. The failure was reported to the manufacturer.…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2013-05-17

“After finishing a ride, had strong smell of gasoline coming from under instrument unit. Dealer today found cracked fuel pump unit causing bike to leak gas right above engine. *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2012-11-30

“I rode bike to work and parked it on side stand. After work I noted a wet spot under bike but could not determine if it was oil or gas. On the ride home I noted a petroleum smell when at stop lights. I parked the bike in the garage on its side stand and gasoline started leaking from the left side…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2012-09-24
Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2006 BMW K1200 R as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.