MYRModel Year Report

1999 BMW K1200LT

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1999 BMW K1200LT
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:33:39.656Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW K1200LT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 50 complaints 1999 2000: 51 complaints 2001: 25 complaints 2001 2002: 37 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2006: 1 complaints 2006 2008: 4 complaints 2009: 4 complaints 2009
1999: 50 complaints
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YearComplaints
199950
200051
200125
200237
200321
20044
20061
20084
20094

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 24%

24% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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I'VE OWNED THIS BIKE SINCE 2002 AND SILL HAVE IT. DURING THAT TIME I HAVE EXPERIENCE TWO REAR DRIVE FAILURES AS DESCRIBED IN ODI NO. 10439549, AND CURRENTLY BEING INVESTIGATED UNDER CAMPAIGN DP12001.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140502

POWER TRAIN 16%

16% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

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REAR DRIVE FAILED AT 65-70 MPH, MILEAGE WAS 27500.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20020516

POWER TRAIN 12%

12% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

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IT'S A BIG PROBLEM SINCE MANY RIDERS OF THIS KIND OF BIKE HAVE HAD AND REPORTED THIS FAILURE TO BMW. IT'S A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE YOU LOSE CONTROL ON YOUR BIKE WHEN IT HAPPENS. MANY OTHER BIG BIKES DON'T HAVE THIS KIND OF PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021212

POWER TRAIN 8%

8% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 4%

4% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.

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THERE HAVE BEEN MANY FAILURES OF THIS COMPONENT REGISTERED WITH BMW BUT THEY REFUSE TO ISSUE A RECALL. HAVING THE REAR END OF A MOTORCYCLE LOCK UP AT ANY SPEED CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL AND POSSIBLE DEATH.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020924

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20120120 — DP (closed 20130620)

M/C final drive ball bearing failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 BMW K1200LT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 BMW K1200LT 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 1999 BMW K1200LT?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 BMW K1200LT 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.