MYRModel Year Report

2001 BMW K1200LT

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2001 BMW K1200LT
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:42:22.365Z

Only 25 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 25 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 K1200LT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 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
2001: 25 complaints
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YearComplaints
199950
200051
200125
200237
200321
20044
20061
20084
20094

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

5 of 25 total reports mention: power train.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120313

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

4 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

FIRE
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THERE HAVE BEEN DOZENS OF REPORTS OF BMW K1200 LT MOTORCYCLES ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE AS WELL AS DIRECTLY TO BMW AND AT THE BMW LT OWNERS WEBSITE AT...

NHTSA ODI report, 20050911

SUSPENSION

2 of 25 total reports mention: suspension.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021106

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 25 total reports mention: power train.

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READ DRIVE BEARING/SEAL FAILURE, CAUSING GEAR OIL TO COVER REAR TIRE AND BRAKES.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020724

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20031201 — PE (closed 20040123)

FUEL LINE LEAKAGE

I 20120120 — DP (closed 20130620)

M/C final drive ball bearing failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 BMW K1200LT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 BMW K1200LT?

The most-reported component is power train:driveline:differential unit, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 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.