MYRModel Year Report

2011 BMW R 1200 GS

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2011 BMW R 1200 GS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:52:05.131Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

2011: 6 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

3 of 6 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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Fuel pump flange failure resulting in leaking fuel while I was riding the bike. It is available for inspection. My safety was put at risk because the bike could have caught fire while riding and also potentially could have caused me to crash.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-20

Found fuel vapor to be strongly smelled while at a stop light. Upon arrival at home when turning the motorcycle around there were drips coming from the right side of the motorcycle (more specifically the fuel tank).

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-05-24

Recall work was done in 2014. New part failed 2020 and BMW says only 2 year warranty on recall part. That's according to BMW serivice as well as BMW of western Oregon. The fuel leaks onto the engine and exhaust. Fire and life hazard!!!!

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-25

Suspension

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

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The electronic suspension adjustment equipped, non-serviceable, rear shock failed at only 15,500 miles. The replacement unit is $2000.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-05

Service brakes

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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First reported front brake failure to BMW Motorcycle dealer in Chattanooga TN in fall of 2019. Lever went to grip and had to be pumped several times to engage. Dealer could not replicate problem or find anything wrong.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-07-04

Power train

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.

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While under hard acceleration to pass a vehicle on a two-lane highway, the engine power suddenly cut out completely that created a dangerous situation and suddenly put me at risk for a collision.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-10

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. 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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  2. R
    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2011 BMW R 1200 GS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V617000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 21V060000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 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 2011 BMW R 1200 GS?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 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.