MYRModel Year Report

2000 BMW K1200RS

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2000 BMW K1200RS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:55:38.374Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW K1200RS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 18 complaints 2002
2000: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19971
19986
19992
20004
20017
200218

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

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1) I HIT 2 POTHOLES IN THE ROAD, ONE RIGHT AFTER THE OTHER. 2) THE FRONT WHEEL FENDER GOT LODGED BETWEEN THE RADIATOR AND THE FAIRING. 3) TOOK BIKE TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY APPARENTLY COMPRESSED THE SHOCKS ALL THE WAY TO PULL THE FENDER OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070531

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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THE MOTORCYCLE EXPERIENCED AN ABS FAULT WARNING WHILE RIDING ON HIGHWAY. NO LOSS OF CONTROL OR DAMAGE BUT THE PARTIALLY LINKED ABS BRAKES NO LONGER WORKED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070826

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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DIFFERENTIAL CROWN WHEEL BEARING FAILED TWICE. FIRST FAILURE 8/21/01 @ 47200 MILES SECOND FAILURE ON 8/15/02 @ 73800 MILES. THERE WAS NO WARNING ON FIRST FAILURE OTHER THAN THE SMELL OF REAR DIFF. LUBE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020821

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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WHILE RIDING ON EXPRESSWAY ENGINE QUIT AND I PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. FUEL WAS BEING PUMPED OUT ONTO THE HOT ENGINE AND MY SHOES AND CLOTHING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20101127

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20001013 — engine and engine cooling

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 PR

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.

Campaign 00V264000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20031201 — PE (closed 20040123)

FUEL LINE LEAKAGE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 BMW K1200RS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V264000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 BMW K1200RS?

The most-reported component is suspension:front, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 BMW K1200RS have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.