2000 BMW K1200RS
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.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 18 |
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, most commonly citing front.
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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, 2007-05-31
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing axle shaft.
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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, 2002-08-21
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, 2010-11-27
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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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.
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2003-12-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-01-23 Fuel line leakage
Buy-smart checklist
2000 BMW K1200RS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- 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
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, 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.