MYRModel Year Report

2008 BMW R 1200 GS

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2008 BMW R 1200 GS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:52:48.613Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
14

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2007: 16 complaints 2008: 14 complaints 2008 14 2009: 12 complaints 2010: 2 complaints 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2012: 10 complaints 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 9 complaints
2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 14 2009: 12 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2012: 10 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 9 complaints 2014
2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 14 2009: 12 complaints 2009 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2012: 10 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 9 complaints 2014

2008: 14 complaints

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YearComplaints
20040
200514
20065
200716
200814
200912
20102
20116
201210
20136
20149

Known problem areas

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

8 of 14 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

CRASH
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Engine stopped at highway speed. Fuel gauge not working. Dropped bike.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-10

Fuel is leaking from gas tank flange onto hot engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-07

In 2014 there was a BMW recall on the fuel pump and aux pump flange and the previous owner that owned the bike replaced the pump and flange at that time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-25

Fuel system, gasoline

6 of 14 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing hoses/valves/sensors and fuel pump.

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The contact owns a 2008 BMW R 1200. The contact stated that while the motorcycle was parked, the contact smelled fuel on several occasions. No warning light was illuminated. The motorcycle had not been diagnosed or repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-17

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW R1200 gs motorcycle. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact noticed that the final drive unit and drive shaft were leaking a small amount of oil. The rear wheel began to wobble excessively.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-20

Also filed under Power train

A plastic flange on the fuel pump cracked allowing fuel to leak. The flange contains an internal thread that secures one of the fuel lines. Several cracks are visible around the circumference of the flange.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-08-01

Vehicle speed control

1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Power train

1 of 14 total reports mentions: power train.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2010-09-20Service brakes, hydraulic10V276000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 r 1200 and k 1200 series motorcycles manufactured from August 2006 through May 2009. Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will install new brake lines, containing a "Sleeve" Along a portion of the lines free of charge. The safety recall began on September 20, 2010. Owners may…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2012-11-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-07-22 Fuel Leak - Motorcycle
  3. I
    2013-07-12Engineering analysisClosed 2014-01-31 Fuel Leak - Motorycle
  4. R
    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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  5. R
    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2008 BMW R 1200 GS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V276000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 13V617000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 15V141000 · Wheels
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 BMW R 1200 GS?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 BMW R 1200 GS have?
3 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.