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2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 16,926 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 17 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.

Complaints by component

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
6
1injuries
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
4
POWER TRAIN
2
SERVICE BRAKES
2
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
1
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
1
TIRES
1
Total complaints17

What owners report

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

“Despite a completed recall for the fuel pump flange, cracks in the fuel pump developed and led to the flange snapping completely into two pieces while under pressure. On a trip from memphis tennessee to richmond virginia, the flange broke into two pieces and subsequently covered the rider in…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2019-07-10

“Prior recall campaign 13v-617 for faulty fuel pumps was performed in 2014. Fuel pump has started leaking in the exact same manner that triggered the initial recall. Vehicle is leaking fuel from the same part.”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2018-08-06

“The fuel pump flange cracked and fuel sprayed all over me covering the motorcycle and myself with gasoline. The motorcycle was in motion and I was not able to stop immediately. I was driving to work on a highway and a side street. The part that casued the issue was a fuel pump flange. This part…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2018-07-12

“Premature abs pump failure, while diagnosing inoperative speedometer technician found that wheel speed sensors are good as are vehicle control units connected to abs modulator but there is no communication from the abs modulator pump to the control units, abs unit test as failed, technician…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2016-03-18

“First final drive failure at 51k, second at 71k, final drive seal at 79k, third final drive at 85k, fourth final drive at 93k. I have paid for three of them, with the latest costing $2600.00 due to the housing being damaged and none available from bmw. Only option was buying brand new final drive.…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2014-07-02

“"brake failure" warning light illuminated. Diagnosed by dealer as failed abs pump. Abs not functioning until pump gets replaced. *tr”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2014-06-03

“Fuel pumps were found cracked with broken seals and leaking during normal service. *tr”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2013-12-03

“On top of the fuel tank of a bmw r1200 gs adventure is a pump where the fittings crack from the factory spraying gas over the rider as you ride. One you stop the fuel puddles in the fuel pump area and drips down the motorcycle tank onto the engine and a hot exhaust. *js”

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · reported 2013-09-19

Defect investigations

Investigation EA13006 Opened 2013-07-12 · closed 2014-01-31

Fuel Leak - Motorycle

ODI began investigating this issue after owners of model year (MY) 2004-2011 R-series BMW motorcycles reported incidents of pressurized fuel leakage from the fuel pump flange.Some owners first became aware of the problem when their pant leg was fuel-soaked.Prior to opening our initial investigation on November 16,…

Investigation PE12036 Opened 2012-11-16 · closed 2013-07-22

Fuel Leak - Motorcycle

Owners of model year (MY) 2005-2008 R-Series motorcycles report substantial, high pressure fuel loss occurring when the fuel pump is energized.Many times they first become aware of the problem when fuel soaks their pant legs or is puddled under their parked motorcycle.The Office of Defects investigation (ODI) has…

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 2007 BMW R1200 GS Adventure as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.