2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2012
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2017 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
3 of 3 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
Flange on fuel pump leaks. It is the same fuel pump on the same model for 2011. Should be a recall for the 2012 model.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-15
After refueling my motorcycle, and drive off the gas station, I started to notice a strong gas smell while the vehicle was in motion. I rode for around 10 miles with it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-24
The fuel tank quick connect coupling cracked, leaked fuel and nearly caused a fire on the vehicle. I was riding the motorcycle on a roadway and when I stopped the fuel dripped onto the hot engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-28
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2017-10-25Exterior lighting17E052000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure,...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2021-03-17Fuel system, gasoline21V060000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Buy-smart checklist
2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17E052000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 21V060000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 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 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 BMW R 1200 GS Adventure have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.