2001 BMW K1200LT: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 25 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train.
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0
recalls
25
owner complaints
1
fire reports
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typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No recall campaigns1 fire report
Common problems
Computed from 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Limited data: only 25 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)12 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)8 complaints
Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)2 complaints
Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)1 complaint
Fuel System, Gasoline (fuel pump, tank, lines)1 complaint
Exterior Lighting (headlights, taillights)1 complaint
“I had the same failure as described in odi no. 10439549, and > currently being investigated under campaign dp12001. Gear oil leaked. This failure happened 850 miles from home and had to be towed home. *kb”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2010
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw k1200 lt motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, he felt a slight vibration. After pulling over her noticed that there was an oil leak on the rear tire. The motorcycle was taken to a dealer where they advised him that the bearings had failed and caused the seal to fracture, causing the leak. The motorcycle was repaired for the bearings and the seal. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 45,151. Updated 04/10/12*lj the differential bearing and seal had to be replaced. Updated 04/16/12”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2009
“Bmw motorcycle k1200lt final drive failed 300 miles from home. Had to rent a car to get home and then back again to pick motorcycle up. Out of pocket cost of repairs and transportation $700. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 2008
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“Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds the fuel line fitting quick disconnect came loose causing fuel to spill on the vehicle. This occurred twice. Both times the contact replaced the fitting himself. The dealer has been alerted.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 2006
“Vibration in footpegs and rumbling noise from rear drive unit. Crown wheel bearing failed. Caught in time before serious damage was done. This bearing is the main support element for the rear wheel on this motorcycle. Parts from damaged bearing have taken out oil seal which leads to rear brake and wheel being covered in gear lube. Broken bearing could lead to lock up of rear wheel. Gear lube on the rear brake disc would lead to loss of braking. Gear lube on rear wheel would lead to loss of traction. All could lead to a crash with subsequent property and bodily damage. Bearing and seal where replaced. Old parts are available. *nm”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jan 2006
“Bmw motorcycle, model k1200lt. Riding normally at 65 mph on freeway, oil leaked out of rear drive unit onto brakes, wheel and tire. Lost all rear braking effectiveness, tire slipped slightly on road. Pulled onto shoulder, stopped by using front brake only. Vehicle towed to dealer where rear drive unit was replaced at my expense. Old part is being shipped to my office. *nm”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2005
“Wife and I going home from weekend trip when our motorcycle started making a grinding sound from the rear wheel. After getting bike to side of the road I noticed oil covering wheel, brake and tire. Had bike towed to dealer, they said it was the rear drive bearing. They said that they had a few of them go bad. With 37,000 miles out of warranty. Still at dealer waiting repair.”Owner report · Power Train · May 2005
“Rear drive differential main bearing failed on my bmw 2001 k1200lt motorcycle causing a wobbling rear wheel and excessive noise. I was able to bring the cycle under control and make it to the dealer.*ak”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2003
“Left side outboard mirror braket fell off. Mirror brakets were poorly designed, design popped out. When consumer went over a bump in road, mirror popped out on the freeway. Consumer feels this is very dangerous, there is no way to tighten mirror. *ak *scc”Owner report · Visibility · Aug 2002
“Started hearing a grinding noise from rear of motorcycle and felt some rear wheel wooble. Road with the symptom for about 15 miles until I could get to a telephone to call closest dealer. Dealer said to ride in. Traveled approximately 4 miles and symptoms got much worse. Called a towing service and had bike transported to brattin's bmw in san diego. After inspecting rear wheel the technician determined that the rear drive bearing had disintegrated cause unknown. Repair took approx 2 weeks due to parts. Dt”Owner report · Suspension · Jul 2002
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Is the 2001 BMW K1200LT reliable?
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2001 BMW K1200LT. The most complained-about area is power train.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.