2002 BMW K1200LT
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.
- Complaints
- 37
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Power train
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
62% of complaints
Complaints per year
2002: 37 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 4 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
62% · 23 reportsMost commonly citing driveline and differential unit.
Show complaint excerpts
Riding on relatively straight, two lane state road in rural Georgia ( Without having any previous issues). Riding approximately 45-50 miles per hour. Bike suddenly began making a clanking noise from the rear wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-25
ODI no. [xxx], and currently being investigated under campaign DP12001. Oil leaked over tire and brakes. Noticed the leak when tried to stop and didn't stop as it normally did. BMW dealer replaced final drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-07
Rear drive fail on BMW K1200LT 2002 motorcycle. Bike went all wobbly and if had not been going very slow could have resulted in lost control and personal injury.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-29
Service brakes
19% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Show complaint excerpts
ABS pump failed on BMW K1200LT 2002, bike was in storage for a year and a half, took out of storage and no servo assisted brakes?
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-13
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 BMW K1200LT motorcycle. The contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated randomly. The dealer performed a diagnostic and advised that the ABS system could lock while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-14
Fuel system, gasoline
8% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
Fuel/propulsion system
5% · 2 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I started my bike up at 8:00 am on a warm morning in my garage as I always do, and backed it out while it was idling perfectly. Suddenly smoke began to rise up from the left fairing vent.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-04
Structure
3% · 1 reportShow complaint excerpts
This complaint is about a BMW K1200LTS: it is top heavy and will get away from the operator and roll over (Standing still or during a very slow maneuver): in short if it exceeds its virtical balance it will flop over slaming the operator onto the...
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-10
Also filed under Steering
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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I
2012-01-20Defect petitionClosed 2013-06-20 M/C final drive ball bearing failure
Buy-smart checklist
2002 BMW K1200LT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 23 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2002 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 2002 BMW K1200LT?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 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.