1988 BMW BMW Motorcycle
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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ALUMUMIN FUEL TANK HAS DEVELOPED SPIDER CRACKS ON BOTTOM OF TANK AND LEAKS. VARIOUS BMW DEALERS HAVE TOLD ME THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH BMW ALUMUMINUN TANKS, BUT THE BIKE IS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020514
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1988 BMW BMW Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1988 BMW BMW Motorcycle reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 BMW BMW Motorcycle?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 BMW BMW Motorcycle have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.