MYRModel Year Report

2001 BMW K1200LT

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2001 BMW K1200LT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:54.813Z

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
25

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1999: 50 complaints 1999 2000: 51 complaints 2001: 25 complaints 2001 25 2002: 37 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2008: 4 complaints 2009: 4 complaints 2009
1999: 50 complaints 1999 2000: 51 complaints 2000 2001: 25 complaints 2001 25 2002: 37 complaints 2002 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2008: 4 complaints 2008 2009: 4 complaints 2009
1999: 50 complaints 1999 2000: 51 complaints 2000 2001: 25 complaints 2001 25 2002: 37 complaints 2002 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2008: 4 complaints 2008 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

13 of 25 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and seal.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2012-03-13

Broken threaded stud on shifter linkage ball assy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-22

Read drive bearing/seal failure, causing gear oil to cover rear tire and brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-24

Service brakes

8 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

FIRE

Suspension

3 of 25 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2002-11-06

Wheels

1 of 25 total reports mentions: wheels.

Visibility

1 of 25 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing rearview mirrors/devices.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2003-12-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-01-23 Fuel line leakage
  2. I
    2012-01-20Defect petitionClosed 2013-06-20 M/C final drive ball bearing failure

Buy-smart checklist

2001 BMW K1200LT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 3 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, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 BMW K1200LT have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.