MYRModel Year Report

2002 BMW K1200RS

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2002 BMW K1200RS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:42:23.981Z

Only 18 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 18 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, 2002 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
2002: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
19971
19986
19992
20004
20017
200218

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

4 of 18 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 18 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH
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COMMON REAR-END FAILURE IN BMW MOTORCYCLES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030814

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 of 18 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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STARTED MY BMW K1200RS AND BACKED IT OUT OF THE GARAGE. NOTICED A SPRAY EMANATING FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ENGINE ABOVE THE VALVE COVE. SHUT THE BIKE DOWN AND CHECKED FOR THE LEAK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130513

THIS IS A FOLLOW-UP TO MY FIRST REPORT OF THIS DATE. BMW APPARENTLY CONDUCTED A RECALL (04V-028) FOR LEAKS WITH THIS COUPLING, HOWEVER THE RECALL ADDRESSED LEAKS FROM THE QUICK DISCONNECT O-RING AND THE HOSE CLAMPS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130513

TIRES

2 of 18 total reports mention: tires.

CRASH INJURY
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ROAD DEFECT ON BRIDGE ON I-70 WHERE IT CROSSES I-270 JUST WEST OF ST. LOUIS, MO. DRIVING IN THE RAIN WE HIT A METAL JOINT THAT RUNS LENGTHWISE WITH THE BRIDGE IN THE RIGHT TIRE GROOVE OF THE LEFT HAND LANE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040606

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes.

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SLOWING DOWN TO STOP ABS BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. FRONT ABS STILL WORKS BUT REAR WENT OUT. TOOK IT TO BMW DEALER SERVICE TECH SAYS HAD TO REPLACE A LOT OF ABS UNITS IN THE PAST BUT NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY OR RECALL. THIS PART IS 2332.00 PLUS LABOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130213

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20031201 — PE (closed 20040123)

FUEL LINE LEAKAGE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 BMW K1200RS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 BMW K1200RS?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 BMW K1200RS have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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