MYRModel Year Report

1999 BMW K1200RS

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1999 BMW K1200RS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:56.324Z

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
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 18 complaints 2002
1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 18 complaints 2002
1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 18 complaints 2002

1999: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19971
19986
19992
20004
20017
200218

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

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

FIRE

Power train

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing differential unit.

Show complaint excerpts

Rear drive unit bearing and seal failed. This bearing supports the entire bike. When seal failed it dumped rear drive oil all over the rear brakes and rear tire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-09

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2000-10-13Engine and engine cooling00V264000 Vehicle description: motorcycles. A spring-loaded thermostatic element in the oil thermostat housing is held in place by a cover that is retained by a snap ring. The snap ring may not have been…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the snap ring installation and if the snap ring is not fully seated, the complete oil pump intermediate flange will be replaced.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1999 BMW K1200RS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V264000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 BMW K1200RS 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 K1200RS?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 BMW K1200RS have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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