How many recalls does the 2010 BMW R1200 Rt have?

The 2010 BMW R1200 Rt has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2010 BMW R1200 Rt has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2010 BMW R1200 Rt?

Of 4 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system.

2010 BMW R1200 Rt Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2010 BMW R1200 Rt has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 16,926 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 4 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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SERVICE BRAKES

Total complaints4

What owners report

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

“Rear brake line adapter leaking brake fluid. This is an aluminum fitting that connects the steel brake line to the flexible line going to the rear wheel. Cracks formed on both threaded ends. Bmw part number 34327679297. I replaced this part myself . The rear brake reservoir was empty .”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2019-01-30

“Fuel sensor shows you have fuel when it has none and let's you run out and stall in the middle of the interstate. Bmw has an extended recall where they will replace the defective fuel strip with the same defective fuel strip. I have had this done for the past three years and they say they have no…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2016-12-08

“I own a 2010 bmw r1200rt motorcycle and there is a serious safety issue with the handlebar mounted switch gear. The said components have been an issue causing inoperable high beams, cruise control, turn singles, and horn, but the real issue is the start/run switch and the intermittent failure…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2016-08-02

“This is the second time my motorcycle ran out of fuel even through the fuel gauge was reading 1/4 tank. It occurred at highway speeds. The engine just stops running without warning. This is the 4th time that my motorcycle fuel sensor has failed. We need bmw to recall and install a float system…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2012-11-07

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 2010 BMW R1200 Rt as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.