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2005 BMW R1200 GS recalls

Every NHTSA recall campaign that covers the 2005 BMW R1200 GS, newest first.

7 recalls on record for the 2005 BMW R1200 GS. The most recent was on Aug. 10, 2020. Owners also sent NHTSA 37 complaints (since 1995).

Most often about: service brakes, hydraulic (4), fuel system, gasoline (2), engine and engine cooling (1). A recall applies only to the vehicles in it: check your VIN with BMW or NHTSA to see whether yours is included and still needs the repair.

Owner complaints to NHTSA

37 complaints about the 2005 BMW R1200 GS were sent to NHTSA since 1995; 2 mention a crash, 2 injuries.

Fuel/Propulsion System11
Power Train11
Service Brakes4recall on record
Structure4
Fuel System, Gasoline3recall on record
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3recall on record

I experienced a 100% no brakes situation coming into a slow speed 90 degree turn on a back road. Luckily i hadn't been going to fast and was able to down shift and scrub a little speed but forced with only engine…
May 18, 2015 · Service Brakes

Fuel leaking at the fuel pump flange as well as at the suction pump flange around the base of the quick disconnect fitting.
Sept. 22, 2013 · Fuel/Propulsion System

Complaints are owners' own reports to NHTSA; NHTSA has not confirmed them. Many complaints about one part can lead to an investigation or a recall. Read them on NHTSA.

NHTSA investigations

2 on record

Fuel Leak - Motorycle EA13006 · opened July 12, 2013 · closed Jan. 31, 2014
Fuel Leak - Motorcycle PE12036 · opened Nov. 16, 2012 · closed July 22, 2013

An NHTSA investigation is a review of a possible safety defect. Opening one is not a finding that a defect exists; it can close with a recall or without one.

All 2005 BMW R1200 GS recalls

Aug. 10, 2020BMW HP2 Enduro, HP2 Mega Moto US, HP2 Megamoto and others: Fuel pump 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)…
May 15, 2006BMW K1200 R, K1200 S, R 1200 ST and others: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip On certain Motorcycles, under rapid, repeated, And unusually harsh braking, loss of ABS capability could temporarily occur.
April 24, 2006BMW R 1200 ST, R1200 GS, R1200 RT and others: Service brakes, hydraulic On certain Motorcycles, if certain procedures Are performed that involves removal of The front left Brake caliper, The ABS sensor Cable Can be routed…
April 27, 2005BMW R 1200 ST, R1200 GS, R1200 RT: Engine and engine cooling On certain Motorcycles, exposure of The throttle housing to Road debris could fall And become caught between The throttle-Body And The Engine block.
March 3, 2005BMW R 1200 GS, R1200 GS: Fuel pump On certain Motorcycles, The defect involves a Water leak around The Fuel Pump that is Integrated within The Fuel Tank. An o-ring Seal attached to The…
Dec. 6, 2004BMW R1200 GS: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings On certain Motorcycles, an Adapter in The rear Brake Line connects a Rigid section to a flexible section. If The Rigid section is not properly…
June 22, 2004BMW R1200 GS: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip On certain Motorcycles, The integral anti-Lock Brake System (Iabs) sensor sealing o-ring Connection at The rear Axle housing May be damaged. An Oil…