2008 BMW K1200 S Recalls, Complaints & Specs
5 safety recalls list the 2008 BMW K1200 S, and owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
5 safety recalls for the 2008 BMW K1200 S
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Fuel pump (fuel system)
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 support ring remedy and…
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.
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Service brakes, hydraulic
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles and 2012 and 2013 K1300 S motorcycles. In October 2012, BMW recalled 2062 2007-2008 K1200 S, K1200 R, and K1200 R Sport motorcycles. In November 2012, BMW informed the agency that it was adding model year 2012 and 2013 K1300 S (including HP…
Remedy: The front brake fluid reservoir will be retrofitted with a screen insert, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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Suspension: rear
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.
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.
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Disc (service brakes)
BMW is recalling 548 my 2008 k1200 s and gt motorcycles. The fasteners used to secure the front brake-disc may not be long enough to ensure a secure mounting. Over time, these fasteners could loosen. If that happened, the brake disc would no longer be securely mounted.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install a longer front brake disc fasteners and reroute the sensor cable free of charge. The recall began during august 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
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Engine (engine and engine cooling)
BMW is recalling 30 my 2008 k1200 s and k1200 gt motorcycles. A set screw may not have been installed at its specific location within the oil duct. Consequently, an adequate supply of oil may not circulate within the engine.
Remedy: Dealers will install a set screw in the oil duct. The recall began during august 2008. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-331-1117.
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2008 BMW K1200 S have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA; 1 describe a crash. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 9,726 miles. Complaints peaked in 2009 with 4 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“BMW k1200s 2008, engine shots off when coming to stop on low speeds. The bike then needs to be in a complete stop, switch gear to neutral to restart. It happens random and could happened anywhere. In”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, October 6, 2018 · Electrical system
“ABS brake failure light came on after rain fall, braking is impacted, was told that many owners have problems with ABS brake motor failure due to bad motor and /or motor brushes sticking to armiture i”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, October 26, 2014 · Service brakes
Compare BMW K1200 S model years
Recall and complaint counts for every BMW K1200 S model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 BMW K1200 S | 1 | 2 |
| 2004 BMW K1200 S | 1 | 2 |
| 2005 BMW K1200 S | 5 | 14 |
| 2006 BMW K1200 S | 4 | 12 |
| 2007 BMW K1200 S | 5 | 4 |
| 2008 BMW K1200 S | 5 | 13 |
| 2010 BMW K1200 S | 0 | 1 |
Checking a specific 2008 BMW K1200 S
How do I know if my 2008 BMW K1200 S has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 5 campaigns currently list the 2008 BMW K1200 S; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised BMW dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 08V239000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.