2002 BMW K1200LT: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 37 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (62% of complaints).
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0
recalls
37
owner complaints
1
fire reports
29,650
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No recall campaignsWeak spot: power train (62%)1 fire reportProblems reported early (median 29,650 mi)
Common problems
Computed from 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)62% · 23 complaints
Service Brakes (brakes)11% · 4 complaints
Fuel System, Gasoline (fuel pump, tank, lines)8% · 3 complaints
Fuel/Propulsion System (fuel pump, tank, lines)5% · 2 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)5% · 2 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)3% · 1 complaint
“Riding on relatively straight, two lane state road in rural georgia ( without having any previous issues). Riding approximately 45-50 miles per hour. Bike suddenly began making a clanking noise from the rear wheel. Rode approximately 20 mph for approximately one-tenth mile to store parking lot. Shut down bike and transported to my residence on trailer.”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2018
“I was riding down the interstate at 75 mph. I started smelling a strong odor of gas. When I got home I had fuel dripping on the ground underneath the bike. It was on my boots, pants leg and all over the side of my bike. It messed up my paint in some areas and will need to be repainted. I took the side cover off and was able to see the fuel dripping from the quick disconnect on the lower fuel line. I am not a happy camper and I think there should be a recall on this problem. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jun 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 bmw k1200lt. While driving approximately 65 mph, the brakes failed without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with brake failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 220,197. The VIN was not available.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jun 2013
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“ABS pump failed on bmw k1200lt 2002, bike was in storage for a year and a half, took out of storage and no servo assisted brakes? *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · May 2011
“Final drive required replacement for grinding, clunking and vibration. Dealer found oil loaded with bearing material and signs of an oil leak. *kb”Owner report · Power Train · Apr 2010
“Odi no. [xxx], and currently being investigated under campaign dp12001. Oil leaked over tire and brakes. Noticed the leak when tried to stop and didn't stop as it normally did. Bmw dealer replaced final drive. *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)”Owner report · Power Train · Apr 2010
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 bmw k1200lt motorcycle. The contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated randomly. The dealer performed a diagnostic and advised that the ABS system could lock while driving. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The motorcycle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 6,500 and the current mileage was 11,000. The VIN was not available.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jan 2010
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 bmw k1200 lt. While traveling at 20 mph, the contact noticed that gasoline was leaking onto his right foot. The dealer as contacted where he was advised they would not assist in servicing the vehicle. There were no prior warnings. The failure mileage was 26,000 and the current mileage was 27,000. Updated 08/11/10. *lj updated 08/17/10”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Oct 2009
“Bmw k1200lt-c motorcycle: heard some grinding from final drive, then felt the vibration and about 10 miles later the rear wheel was wobbling uncontrollably. The final drive completely failed which damages the ABS speed sensor and had to be u-hauled as I was 900 miles from home at the time. My dealer replaced the final drive and ABS speed sensor free of charge as I was still covered under my extended warranty. *jb”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2007
“I had the final drive bearings and seals malfuntioned on the bmw k1200lt motorcycle. The motorcycle was repaired at ginas bmw in iowa city, ia. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2007
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 2002 BMW K1200LT reliable?
NHTSA has 37 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2002 BMW K1200LT. The most complained-about area is power train (62% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2002 BMW K1200LT problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 29,650 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.