MYRModel Year Report

2004 BMW K1200 S

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2004 BMW K1200 S
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:03:18.936Z

Only 2 complaints 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW K1200 S Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 12 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 13 complaints 2008 2010: 1 complaints 2010
2004: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
20032
20042
200514
200612
20074
200813
20101

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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TL* -THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE BACK OF HIS MOTORCYCLE A 2004 BMW K1200 S.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070117

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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ABS SYSTEM FAILED AT 26K, UPON RESEARCH,FOUND THIS TO BE VERY COMMON TO THIS YEAR/MODEL, AND ,OF COURSE, VERY DANGEROUS ON A MOTORCYCLE.A REPLACEMENT ABS UNIT COST IS MORE THAT THE VALUE OF THE VEHICLE!, AS A RETIRED FIREFIGHTER, I CAN'T AFFORD THIS...

NHTSA ODI report, 20190304

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20070410 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, FREQUENT SHORT TRIPS PARTICULARLY DURING COLD TEMPERATURES, CAN CAUSE WATER TO ACCUMULATE IN THE OIL TANK, AND WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, ESCAPING WATER VAPOR CAN CONDENSE ON

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW OIL TANK CAP CONTAINING A VALVE TO PREVENT OVERPRESSURE IN THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.

Campaign 07V066000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 BMW K1200 S — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V066000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 BMW K1200 S 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 2004 BMW K1200 S?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 BMW K1200 S have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.