2007 BMW K 1200 GT: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 8 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Mar 2015
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Upon starting the motorcycle the "normal" checklist was replaced with "brake failure". Dealer tested the ABS unit and indeed it failed. Used this motorcycle in a very limited capacity due to limited braking. Dealer stated the unit was not covered under warranty or recall. In researching this problem I have found it is a common issue with this unit. Replaced the ABS unit thru dealer 4/15. I feel this should be addressed thru this agency as it is definitely a manufacturing/programming problem that then becomes a safety issue. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jul 2014
“ABS failed. On freeway. No warning. Less then 36k miles. This turns out is common problem with bmw. Please read: http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/k1200-1300gt-next-generation/67353-ABS-pump-failure.html http://www.xs-adventure.com/motorcycle/bmw-motorcycle-brake-failure http://www.I-bmw.com/showthread.php?t=33170”Owner report · Service Brakes · Oct 2013
“Fuel pump mounting boss for fuel line connection cracked. Fuel sprays onto back of engine and flows on to the exhaust system, I saw smoke coming from under bike when stopped at end of driveway. Saw fuel running down the side of the engine on to the exhaust. The motorcycle was not fully warm, it had been running only 1-2 minutes. Based on the flow of leaking fuel, the motorcycle would have caught fire when the engine and exhaust reached normally operating temperature. This failure has been documented at k-bikes.com and I-bmw.com and on this complaint site. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Aug 2013
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“This motorcycle has repeatedly stalled as I decelerate to a stop. The day of this report it stalled 5 times. The dealer has not been able to determine why this happens after several inspections by the dealer. The motorcycle restarts immediately but it is a safety issue since braking and traffic flow problems are created by this stalling. This issue has been recurring for the year I have owned this vehicle. *tr”Owner report · Engine · May 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw k1200 gt. The contact stated that he noticed adhesive leaking from the vehicle while driving 65 mph. He later discovered that there was a gasoline leak. The dealer and an independent mechanic were contacted and advised him that there was an update for the system. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 59,000.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Apr 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw k1200 gt motorcycle. The contact noticed while driving approximately 35 mph, the brake warning indicator illuminated and the anti-lock brake system suddenly became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing where the ABS pump was replaced at the owner's expense. The dealer offered a fifty percent discount towards the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Aug 2011
“Failure of final drive (both u-joints, drive shaft, final drive bearings and gears), model selection does not include the my model. K1200lt, there are two listings for k1200gt. These are not the same bike. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2011
Recalls - 3 campaigns
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 R1200GS and R1200RT, 2006-2010 R1200GS Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200R, 2007 R1200S and K1200R Sport, 2005-2007 R1200ST, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2 Sport, 2005-2008 K1200S, 2006-2008 K1200R, K1200GT, 2009-2011 K1300S, 2010-2011 K1300R, and 2009-2010 K1300GT motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if the rear wheel mounting bolts are over tightened.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2009 R 1200 AND K 1200 SERIES MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 2006 THROUGH MAY 2009. DUE TO THE CURRENT ROUTING OF THE FRONT BRAKE LINES, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT DURING RIDING, AND THEREFORE ASSOCIATED VIBRATION. THE BRAKE LINES COULD BE UNDER STRAIN. IF THE VIBRATION/STRAIN IS SIGNIFICANT, THE BRAKE LINE COULD SPLIT AND START TO DEVELOP A LEAK.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW BRAKE LINES, CONTAINING A "SLEEVE" ALONG A PORTION OF THE LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2007 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2007 BMW K 1200 GT reliable?
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 BMW K 1200 GT. The most complained-about area is service brakes.
Does the 2007 BMW K 1200 GT have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.