2006 BMW R 1200 GS
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 9 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
2 of 5 total reports mention: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
The rear wheel assembly/swingarm is described by BMW as "Maintenance free," Meaning that the oil level in the rear swing-arm cannot be checked or refilled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-09
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 5 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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With turning on the key, fuel leaked out of the left side of the motorcycle. The leak comes from the fuel line attachment to the fuel pump mount on the left side of the fuel tank.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-15
After stopping at local gas station to fill up with gas as per normal, noticed gas smell, but could not detect any visible leak. Rode for a short distance, returned home.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-15
Suspension
1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW r-1200 gs. The contact stated that upon start of the motorcycle, he noticed that fuel began to spew out of his motorcycle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-03
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2012-11-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-07-22 Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
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2013-07-12Engineering analysisClosed 2014-01-31 Fuel Leak - Motorycle
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2014-04-16Fuel system, gasoline13V617000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW…
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2015-05-07Wheels15V141000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 R1200GS and R1200RT, 2006-2010 R1200GS Adventure, 2007-2010 R1200R, 2007 R1200S and K1200R Sport, 2005-2007 R1200ST, 2008-2009 HP2 Megamoto, 2006 HP2 Enduro, 2008-2010 HP2...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing aluminum rear wheel flange with a steel one, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 BMW R 1200 GS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V617000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 15V141000 · Wheels
FAQ
- Is the 2006 BMW R 1200 GS 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 2006 BMW R 1200 GS?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 BMW R 1200 GS 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.